15,000 Protest in London Demanding Action on Water Pollution

Activists call for stricter regulations and infrastructure upgrades amid growing crisis in UK waterways.

The March for Clean Water in London attracted around 15,000 participants, highlighting widespread public concern over water pollution.
Protesters demanded a review of the water regulator Ofwat and the Environment Agency, citing their failure to hold water companies accountable.
Sewage spills have surged, with 3.6 million hours of discharges recorded in 2023, a significant increase from the previous year.
The Labour government has introduced legislation to impose harsher penalties on polluting water companies, but activists argue more immediate action is needed.
The UK water industry's outdated infrastructure, primarily from the Victorian era, is under scrutiny for its role in the ongoing pollution crisis.