Exmoor & Dartmoor National Parks’ rivers polluted by pharmaceuticals
A NEW study (released 13 August 2024) reveals National Parks in England are facing an unseen threat from pharmaceutical pollution. Renowned for their natural beauty and diverse wildlife, the research from the University of York and the Rivers Trust, including...
A look back at our #30Reasons4Rivers for our 30th Anniversary
In June 1994, a group of individuals who cared about the state of our rivers initiated what we now know as the Westcountry Rivers Trust. The trust has grown considerably since then, but our mission has remained the same – to bring rivers to life. Covering four...
Banning bonuses for water company bosses
On 12 February, the Government responded to media coverage about water bosses being banned from receiving bonuses if the company they head up has committed serious criminal breaches. At present, this is still a proposal, as an Ofwat consultation will take place in the...
Grow a Tree in ’23 this National Tree Week
It’s National Tree Week (November 25 – December 3). This year marks the 50th anniversary of the ‘Plant a Tree in 73’ campaign – from which The Tree Council was born. To pay tribute to those foundations, and echo the well-loved slogan half a century later, The...