Did you know?
Only 14% of England’s rivers are in good ecological health, and none meet chemical standards. Here are some shocking facts about the state of our waterways.
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Watch Rivercide: a documentary written and presented by George Monbiot, with music by Charlotte Church, investigating who is polluting our rivers, and why we’re not stopping them. Made by Spanner Films. Directed and produced by Franny Armstrong; co-produced by Nicola Cutcher.
In the News
News coverage following the fight to clean our rivers:
Seine to open for public swimming after Paris Olympics, mayor says – The Guardian, 9 Jul 23
UK water giants recruit top staff from regulator Ofwat – The Guardian, 1 Jul 23
Jail water firm bosses over ‘appalling’ pollution, says Environment Agency – The Guardian, 14 Jul 22