Petition · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Hold a public inquiry into the handling of raw sewage by water companies
Open for signatures
98 signatures
What the petition asks
We believe that the discharging of raw sewage into our rivers and seas needs to be thoroughly investigated and those responsible held to account. Many people are struggling to pay their water bills and, at the same time, have serious concerns about some historic and current practices.
Timeline
| 23 Apr 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
98
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Opened
23 Apr 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.