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From the archive: Sewage sleuths: the men who revealed the slow, dirty death of Welsh and English rivers

The Audio Long Read

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Pollution Crisis in British Rivers

This chapter explores the critical issue of pollution in UK rivers, highlighting the failures of regulatory agencies and inadequate government commitments to tackle sewage and environmental issues. It discusses alarming trends in enforcement, with decreasing prosecutions and reliance on ineffective voluntary agreements, while showcasing local efforts to combat pollution. The chapter emphasizes the urgent need for accountability and resources to address the deteriorating state of water quality.

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