Sewage and agricultural pollution affecting UK’s underwater forests

A diver examines a dense underwater kelp forest, highlighting the effects of pollution and nutrient overload on marine ecosystems along the UK coast.

In 2022, the UK government faced criticism for its handling of sewage discharges, with reports indicating that over 300,000 sewage spills occurred in a single year. This alarming trend has been exacerbated by heavy rainfall, which often overwhelms sewage treatment facilities, leading to untreated waste being released into the sea. The impact on marine life … Read more