Andy Salmon steps down as Swim England chief executive after two years
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 3:55 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Andy Salmon has left his position as chief executive of Swim England effective June 30, 2026. He joined the organization in February 2024 amid a review that identified a toxic culture within swimming clubs, revealing issues of bullying and fear. During his tenure, Salmon initiated improvements, including changes to safeguarding measures and establishing a new leadership team. Swim England chair Richard Hookway acknowledged Salmon's contributions and emphasized the work still needed to achieve their goals. An interim chief executive will be appointed while the search for a permanent successor begins.
- •Salmon's tenure focused on transforming Swim England's culture.
- •A review highlighted systemic bullying and abusive practices in the sport.
- •Salmon established new safeguarding protocols during his leadership.
- •An interim chief executive will be named as the board recruits a permanent replacement.
- •Swim England aims to continue its transformation under new leadership.
- 3:55 PMYahoo Sports — Head of Swim England steps down after two years
"Andy Salmon has left with immediate effect after working on the body's response to a damning report.
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