Woman feared for life after chlorine exposure at Long Eaton spa

Mrs Hollingworth, who says she had no breathing issues prior to last week, is now waiting to find out if she has suffered permanent lung damage.

“I’ve since been back to the GP as my breathing is still painful and he has found crackles in my lungs,” Mrs Hollingworth said.

“The respiratory doctor said there could be some long-term damage but it is a matter of waiting seven to 14 days and hopefully by then it should be gone.”

On 8 January, Erewash Borough Council confirmed it had launched an investigation into the exposure.

In a statement, Clifford Health Club and Spa said, external it was able to reopen with “confidence and certainty that we are safe”.

“Our health and safety managers and external pool plant consultants have retested all our systems and staff on their competency,” a spokesperson said.

“The outside relevant contractors and consultants have told us to reopen as the very rare issue that caused the incident has been resolved.”

In response to the claims made by Mrs Hollingworth and the other women, the business said it had “nothing further to add”.