House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Reforms to The Bathing Water Regulations 2013
12 November 2024 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Proposed by Emma Hardy Lab Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice
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At a glance
Key points
- The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is launching a consultation on reforming The Bathing Water Regulations 2013.
- The consultation aims to expand the definition of bathers and introduce multiple testing points at each site.
- The government expects to publish a response to the consultation in early 2024.
Issue summary
The statement addresses proposed reforms to The Bathing Water Regulations 2013 to improve public safety and water quality.
Action requested
Defra is launching a consultation on the reform of bathing water regulations, seeking views on expanding the definition of bathers, multiple testing points at each site, and modernising the system to meet current needs. The consultation will run this winter with a government response expected in early 2024.
Key facts
- Defra is launching a consultation on reforms to The Bathing Water Regulations 2013.
- Proposed changes include prioritizing public safety and water quality, modernizing the system, and expanding definitions of bathers.
- The consultation will run this winter with a government response expected in early 2024.