Southern Water and Thames Water are facing scrutiny after sewage discharges into bathing waters in England.
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Updated Aug 16
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What happened
Southern Water and Thames Water are facing scrutiny after sewage discharges into bathing waters in England.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Sewage discharges affected the local beach area due to a faulty valve, leading to sewage entering the River Arun.Sub-event
Ofwat fined Thames Water for sewage spills.1 source
Sewage discharges from Southern Water and Thames Water are causing regulatory issues in England.1 source
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Sewage concerns and bathing warnings prompted the CEO visit regarding the island's operational issues affecting Southern Water.Also in this story
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- Ramsey Town Commissioners provide public sector rentals.
- Operational issues are being compared to those found in the Woods Hole building at the island entity.
The entities involved
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Southern Water
water utility company
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Thames Water
UK water company
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- Thames Water's proposed recycling scheme in London was rejected by the Environment Agency amid local opposition.
- Southern Water ex-boss faces charges for pollution related to the River Stour, amid scrutiny of the Water (Special Measures) Bill.