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House of Commons · Petition P003056

Water Quality on the River Yare

29 January 2026

Presented 1 time by 1 MP

Environment

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At a glance

This petition concerning water quality on the river yare was presented to Parliament once by 1 MP.

Issue summary

The petition addresses the poor water quality of the River Yare, which is putting wildlife and people at risk.

Action requested

The petitioners request that the House of Commons urge the Government to clean up British waterways, call upon Anglian Water to maintain high water quality levels, and for the Environment Agency to provide residents with necessary information to enjoy the river year-round.

Key facts

  • Over 50,000 responses were received in an eight-week public call for evidence on the independent commission.
  • Ofwat has announced £104 billion of private sector investment in the water sector over five years.
  • The Environment Agency is conducting regular monitoring and interventions to improve water quality along the River Yare.
  • The latest water quality classification information available is from 2022.

Presentation timeline

MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.

  1. Presented 29 January 2026

    Ben Goldsborough Lab South Norfolk
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