Britain had fewer serious water pollution incidents in 2022 than in the previous year but the number remains 'unacceptably high', the government's Environment Agency said in its annual report on Wednesday.
The Thames Barrier fades into early morning fog on the Thames, in London, Britain, November 27, 2019. REUTERS/Steven Watt
Water companies in Britain have been facing overwhelming criticism over raw sewage releases which have led to the poor quality of rivers and beaches, while large payouts made to their shareholders have also stoked public anger. "We have seen a distinct culture shift from the water industry in recent months and that is welcome - but that must translate to profound, long-term change."
However, total pollution incidents from sewerage and water supply assets climbed to 2,026 last year, the highest since 2019., recognises that its efforts in preventing pollution incidents are "still not good enough", a spokesperson for Britain's largest water supplier said.
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