440,000 hours of sewage released along England's coastline in 2023, with 117,584 hours near bathing spots.
More than 440,000 hours of sewage released along England's coastline in 2023, according to Friends of the Earth analysis of Environment Agency data. 68,481 sewage spills occurred in coastal waters, with over a quarter (117,584 hours) within 1.9 miles of a bathing spot. The data was released alongside a spoof news report featuring comedian Nish Kumar, highlighting the issue of sewage pollution at popular beaches.
May 14, 2024
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