Early day motion · EDM 1491 · 17 Jun 2025
Scottish bathing water quality
Tabled by Dave Doogan (Scottish National Party)
9 signatures
The motion
That this House celebrates the record number of designated bathing waters in Scotland now rated Excellent for water quality; welcomes the start of the 2025 bathing water season; commends the Scottish Environment Protection Agency for its science-led approach to monitoring and regulation; notes the 10th anniversary of the first samples taken under the revised Bathing Water Directive, which introduced more rigorous water quality standards and enhanced public information; recognises the key role of investment in wastewater infrastructure, improved agricultural practices and targeted pollution control in water quality management; and acknowledges the importance of clean bathing waters to public health, wellbeing, tourism and community pride.
Signatories (9)
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Dave Doogan
Primary sponsor
17 Jun 2025 -
Jim Shannon
18 Jun 2025 -
Graham Leadbitter
18 Jun 2025 -
Brendan O'Hara
18 Jun 2025 -
Seamus Logan
18 Jun 2025 -
Pete Wishart
19 Jun 2025 -
Ellie Chowns
19 Jun 2025 -
Chris Law
25 Jun 2025 -
Adrian Ramsay
23 Feb 2026
Source: the official Early Day Motions database.