Steve Reed, the environment, food, and rural affairs secretary, acknowledged the public's frustration, stating he shares their "anger" and has initiated "immediate action" to confront the ongoing "pollution scandal" affecting UK waters.
A spokesperson for Ofwat emphasized the commitment to accountability, stating that "companies will be held to account for past failings" and highlighted that enforcement actions against all wastewater companies are now in progress.
Sarah Walsh, an open-water swimming coach from Cornwall, expressed the direct impact of pollution on her profession, stating, "I can't take people swimming if the sea's got any form of pollution in it," illustrating the broader implications of water quality on livelihoods.
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