When the UK joined the EU in the 70s it was known as the 'dirty man of Europe'. The i Paper looks at the data to see if ...

Have you ever looked at a river and wondered where all the water has come from? Or where it is going to? My name is Seren and today I'm investigating the UK's longest rivers. This is the River ...

based on official data No stretches of river in England are classed as in good or high condition overall Rivers are in a 'desperate' condition – with not one stretch of English river classed as ...

But far too many of our waterways have been overused and undervalued. Drained almost dry in places, and polluted in others. Less than a fifth of England’s rivers are healthy, and climate change is ...

At first glance, the Bolton Strid just looks like any other river, a narrow passage surrounded by a bit of greenery. However, ...

The UK’s rivers are in crisis after years of neglect, pollution and over-exploitation. In partnership with the i, New Scientist’s Save Britain’s Rivers campaign is revealing what’s gone ...

Legal action over pollution in the River Wye catchment area in England and Wales has been extended from three poultry ...

How much sewage is released into the sea and rivers in England? Sewage spills into England's lakes, rivers and seas by water companies more than doubled in 2023. According to the Environment ...

On their journey from spring to sea, Britain’s bountiful rivers have always provided the lifeblood of our nation – essential to our economy, wildlife, and wellbeing. These wonderful waterways ...