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The comedian's investigation reveals systemic failures and pollution, sparking calls for urgent reform.

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Joe Lycett

Overview

  • Joe Lycett's new documentary on Channel 4, 'Joe Lycett vs Sewage,' investigates the UK's sewage infrastructure, revealing widespread pollution and a failing system.
  • The show highlights how water companies prioritize profits over infrastructure upgrades, leading to over 384,000 spillages of raw sewage in England and Wales in 2022.
  • Lycett employs humor and celebrity cameos to engage viewers, while also addressing the serious health and environmental impacts of sewage pollution.
  • Whistleblowers and research indicate a lack of investment in wastewater infrastructure and a problematic relationship between water companies and regulators.
  • The documentary aims to spark outrage and call for change, using stunts and interviews to highlight the issue's severity and the need for significant investment in the sewage system.