The UK government is considering designating several rivers, including the River Tone in Taunton and the River Severn at Shrewsbury, as bathing water sites to improve water quality and access to green spaces. Efforts to combat sewage pollution and establish new swimming spots are part of the government's plan.
🏊 Parts of the River Severn in Shrewsbury & Ironbridge, as well as the River Teme in Ludlow could be designated as "bathing waters" by the government. It would mean regular monitoring to ensure the rivers were safe to swim in. FULL STORY ⏬ https://t.co/kkkSIbz76Z https://t.co/UpzXTrwOFY
Three popular beaches in Sussex may become bathing water sites monitored by the Environment Agency. Tap below to read more: https://t.co/znRZ2oREzw
Stretches of river across England will be designated as swimming spots as part of Government plans to establish dozens of new bathing water sites ✍️: @EmilyBeament https://t.co/WhL5JH2sNZ
Protecting our city’s previous environment is a priority of mine and that means taking action to finally end sewage pollution. Pleasure to welcome @DrAlexFord to Parliament today to discuss his latest research on water quality in our area and next steps I’ll take https://t.co/VbzUwMOBH1
Fantastic news - the River Severn at Shrewsbury has been given the green light to be formally consulted on to potentially receive a Bathing Water Designation. This is more positive action from the Conservative Government to keep our rivers clean! https://t.co/XQJBVmOaPB https://t.co/XKJqe23BJb
Great news - the River Tone in Taunton may be designated as a bathing water site. Do take part in the consultation - closes March 10. As a Govt, we are cleaning up rivers, cracking down on water companies & increasing access to green & blue (water) spaces. @CountyGazette https://t.co/ZlpJYTxUtl https://t.co/Jgr6fdV1FD