PODCAST: Analysing new data on UK sewage spills in 2024

May 15 2025

New data suggests that raw sewage was discharged into waterways across England for 3.61 million hours in 2024 - but are we getting the whole story?

In this episode of the EnvirotechOnline podcast, Alan and Jed explore what's next for water and wastewater monitoring professionals in England.

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