The demonstrations follow reports that millions of litres of raw sewage were pumped into Windermere in the Lake District for 10 hours in February. On Saturday, protesters gathered at swimming spots across the country to call for an end to sewage discharges into all bathing and high-priority nature sites by 2030. Meanwhile, more than 200 people entered the water at a wild swimming spot at Ferris Meadow Lake in Surrey. Ms Palffy said they would feel “bereft” if they were no longer able to swim there due to water contamination. Ms Sershi said swimming at the lake was particularly important for women who are going through the menopause.

Source: Daily Nation May 18, 2024 15:08 UTC