Rivers13 hrs agoNew charter gives River Wye the right to be free from pollutionThe Wye has become the first river in the UK to have a charter covering it from source to sea. 13 hrs ago3 days agoSummer swim warning after 24 fatalities in 5 yearsBedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service says there are "hidden dangers" in many lakes and rivers.3 days ago4 days agoWater campaigner cautious on using new bathing siteRiver Action says water quality depends on discharges upstream and says check before swimming.4 days ago15 May 2026Otters having a splashing time in River FreshneyThe otters have been filmed enjoying the water in Grimsby.15 May 202615 May 2026Beauty spot approved to become bathing areaThe River Swale at Richmond Falls is one of 13 new sites to gain designated bathing status.15 May 202614 May 2026No evidence of fish deaths after river tributary is pollutedThe Loughs Agency investigated after pollution was spotted at Tievenny Burn in County Tyrone on 6 May.14 May 20264 May 2026Chalk salmon highlights struggles of the speciesA campaign by a coalition of organisations aims to stem the decline in chalk stream salmon numbers.4 May 20263 May 2026No ban on over-the-counter pet flea treatments in JerseyIt comes as the UK looks to restrict the products to vet visits.3 May 202627 Apr 2026UK's biggest ever environmental pollution claim reaches High CourtNatural England describes the condition of the River Wye as "declining".27 Apr 2026...
