UK water firms spilled sewage into sea bathing waters 5,517 times in past year

Report shows raw sewage spillages into coastal swimming waters increased by more than 87% in the last 12 monthsWater companies spilled raw sewage into coastal bathing waters used by holidaymakers and families 5,517 times in the last year, an increase of more than 87%, new data reveals.The discharges via storm overflows hit beaches that are supposed to be the cleanest and safest in England and Wales, used by children, tourists, surfers and swimmers. Continue reading...