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View across the Solent where researchers detected PFAS forever chemical pollution in coastal waters

Forever Chemicals Found in Solent Waters and Marine Wildlife, Study Warns

Forever Chemicals Found in Solent Waters and Marine Wildlife, Study Warns Scientists have discovered high levels of toxic…

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The designated bathing site on the River Ribble, a freshwater river monitored for water quality in England.

Most English River Bathing Sites Display Swimming Warnings Over Poor Water Quality

Most English River Bathing Sites Display Swimming Warnings Over Poor Water Quality Warning signs advising people not to…

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Panoramic view of Sognefjord in Norway surrounded by steep mountains, deep blue water and small coastal settlements under cloudy skies.

Norwegian Fish Farms Linked to Major Nutrient Pollution in Fjords

Norwegian Fish Farms Linked to Major Nutrient Pollution in Fjords A new report has found that Norwegian fish…

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Shoal of fish swimming above a healthy seagrass meadow in shallow coastal waters, creating an important marine habitat for wildlife.

Sewage and Farm Pollution Threatens UK Seagrass Meadows and Marine Life

Sewage and Farm Pollution Threatens UK Seagrass Meadows and Marine Life New research has revealed that sewage discharges…

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Litter and waste concerns near roadside areas around tourist destination Loch Lomond showing natural scenery in western Scotland

Loch Lomond Fly-Tipping Crisis Sparks Fears for Scotland’s Tourism Reputation

Loch Lomond Fly-Tipping Crisis Sparks Fears for Scotland’s Tourism Reputation Loch Lomond has long been one of the…

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Two Atlantic salmon leaping upstream in UK river, spawning migration and freshwater ecosystem

Cocaine Pollution in Rivers: Drug Contamination Affecting Fish Behaviour

Cocaine Pollution in Rivers: Drug Contamination Affecting Fish Behaviour Traces of cocaine entering rivers and lakes are raising…

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Sand dredging vessel extracting sediment on Lough Neagh in Northern Ireland

Sand Dredging in Lough Neagh: New Research Raises Environmental Concerns

Sand Dredging in Lough Neagh: New Research Raises Environmental Concerns New research led by Queen’s University Belfast suggests…

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