The Environment Agency is enforcing discharge guidance in England, while Julie Maughan appeals to Andy Burnham on public health.

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Sewage discharges are prompting a national debate in England regarding the regulation standards, public ownership of utilities, and increased government oversight.

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England
country in north-west Europe, part of the United Kingdom
- Authorities are investigating an incident at a base in Fairford, with possible links to Iran and Russia.Mon 17:54
- Burnham's administration is pushing building rate increases while the UK seeks insights from California's housing policies.Mon 17:38
Environment Agency
non-departmental public body in the UK
- A partnership was formed between the Environment Agency, Somerset Council, and Homes England for a new flood defence scheme.Mon 16:35
- Environment Agency issued flood alerts for the county coast, covering Wallasea Island, due to high tides.Mon 16:05

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