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Serious water pollution incidents have risen 60% in a year

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Serious water pollution incidents have risen 60% in a year

Serious water pollution incidents have risen 60% in a year

The number of serious water pollution incidents increased by 60 per cent last year, a watchdog has found.

Water Minister Emma Hardy said it's "a complete disgrace" and that it's "clear regulation isn't working".

Report by Kennedyl.

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