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Feargal Sharkey: Britain's dirty water problem
Aug 27, 2023
Feargal Sharkey, former punk rock star turned environmental campaigner, discusses his campaign to clean up Britain's waterways and the battle against the privatised water industry. They also talk about systemic problems in the UK water industry, their upbringing in Northern Ireland during the troubles, and the challenges musicians face in the digital age.
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- Feargal Sharkey is leading a campaign to clean up Britain's waterways, highlighting the role of privatized water companies and regulators in polluting the rare river ecosystems for profit.
- Sharky advocates for proactive regulation of the water industry, including enforcement orders by the government to control investments and operations, ensuring the well-being of customers and the environment.
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The Fight to Clean Up Britain's Waterways
Fergal Sharky, former punk rocker and music industry executive, has become a prominent advocate for cleaning up and protecting Britain's waterways. His campaign began when he became involved in the regeneration of a stretch of the River Lee, which was dying due to poor water quality. Sharky's efforts led to a nationwide campaign to clean up rivers and beaches across the country. He believes that the privatized water companies and regulators are major contributors to the pollution, obstructing the rare river ecosystems and damaging the environment for profit. He calls for stricter regulation and proactive measures by the government to ensure the interests of the customers, billpayers, and the environment.
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