River Stour set to be designated as new bathing site
The stretch through Sudbury will receive more regular water testing this summer if the designation is approved
Part of the River Stour's been designated as a new bathing site.
The stretch of river following through Sudbury is one of 27 to be given the new designation, subject to a two-week consultation, the Environment Agency has announced.
Sites which have this designation will receive more regular water testing between 15 May and 30 September.
It's part of the government's plans to improve the water quality of the UK's rivers.
Water Minister Robbie Moore said:
“Many people enjoy spending time in our rivers, lakes, and coastal beaches, and I am thrilled to see three new bathing water sites proceeding to consultation in East Anglia alone.
“I want to continue to improve the quality of our bathing waters, which is why we are taking action across the board to drive up standards and hold water companies to account.
“I encourage all local communities and organisations with an interest to take part in this consultation and have their say.”
A two-week consultation has now opened for local residents, bathers, businesses and organisations to have their say on the plans.
The consultation's set to close on 10 March 2024.