27 new bathing sites, including River Ribble, approved in England, raising the total for 2024 bathing season to 451.

27 new bathing sites, including one on River Ribble, approved in England, raising the total for 2024 water bathing season to 451. Environment Agency will monitor water quality, aiming for bathing water regulation reforms to improve quality, enhance monitoring, and increase flexibility in monitoring season dates. Last year, 96% of bathing waters met standards, 90% rated "good" or "excellent".

May 18, 2024
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