Thames Water has committed £1.8 billion to improve London’s rivers, as highlighted by Mayor Sadiq Khan during a public event. This investment aims to address years of neglect and pollution, particularly in the River Thames and other tributaries, allowing for increased accessibility for residents while restoring biodiversity. Alongside Thames Water's contributions, an additional £7.15 million from City Hall will combat road runoff pollution and support nature projects. The company’s chief executive emphasized ongoing sewage works to improve water quality and reduce discharge by 95%.
"We've had commitments from them that they've put that money aside so they can do this job. I think it's important Thames Water is responsible for some of the problems and cleaning up the mess as well."
"For too long, our rivers have been treated like open sewers, and this roundtable presents a crucial opportunity to change that."
"Our sewage works upgrades, the Lee Tunnel and Thames Tideway Tunnel are already protecting the tidal Thames and reducing sewage discharges by 95%."
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