Partnership formed with Angling Trust

RLSS UK and the Angling Trust have recently formed a strategic partnership to help provide the angling community with lifesaving skills and knowledge. Based on the Water Accident Incident Database statistics over a five-year period (2017-2021), 45 people lost their lives to drowning while fishing and a further 471 people drowned while walking or running near water.

The Angling Trust represents anglers of all disciplines, fighting for fish, fishing and the environment. It is recognised by the Government as the National Governing Body for angling in England and partners with Visit Wales and Natural Resources Wales (NRW) to promote fishing in Wales.

In addition to the work that will take place to reach the angling communities and their families, RLSS UK will also provide bespoke training packages to Angling Trust staff and volunteers to ensure they have the skills and knowledge to know what to do in an emergency if someone is in trouble in the water.