Abstract: A coupling assembly for connection to a fluid supply is provided. The assembly comprises a socket portion having a first part connectable to the supply and a second part connectable to an elongate member; a sealing means retained by the socket portion; and a locking means for locking the socket portion to the elongate member; wherein the locking means comprises a moveable portion moveable between a first unlocked position and a second locked position by slideably moving the moveable portion relative to the socket portion such that the locking means engages with a complementary portion of the elongate member.