Water Pollution

Environment

Water companies now have to release live sewage spill data – Here’s why more transparency is the key to cleaner rivers

— For the first time, England’s water companies must provide real-time data on sewer overflows, driven by new laws. Open data enables public tools, but closed-source models hinder full transparency.

Sewage Crisis

Renationalising water could fix sewage crisis – but no major party will do it

— Privatised water companies discharged raw sewage into UK waters for 3.6 million hours in 2023. Politicians promise reform, but current plans lack detail. The public demands cleaner water and stricter regulation.

Water Pollution

PFAS forever chemicals found in English drinking water – why are they everywhere, and what are the risks?

— The Royal Society of Chemistry warns that PFAS chemicals, linked to cancer and fertility issues, exceed safe levels in England’s drinking water. Current standards are insufficient, demanding urgent revision for public health.

Environment

British public demands prison sentences for water company CEOs who pollute our waters

— A recent poll shows that 60% of British respondents believe that chief executives of water companies should receive prison sentences if they are found responsible for serious incidents of water pollution.