自2025年1月以来,坎布里亚河流的10 000多条污水泄漏引发了污染和公共卫生关注。 Over 10,000 sewage spills in Cumbria’s rivers since January 2025 spark pollution and public health concerns.

Cumbria的河流和水道自2025年1月以来,根据信息自由请求中的数据,污水排放超过10 000次,溢漏8 100次。 Since January 2025, Cumbria’s rivers and waterways have seen over 10,000 sewage discharges and 8,100 spills, according to data from a Freedom of Information request. Eden河、Caldew河和Ellen河受影响最严重,引起地方官员和居民对污染、野生动物伤害和公共卫生的关切。 The River Eden, River Caldew, and River Ellen were among the most affected, prompting concerns from local officials and residents about pollution, wildlife harm, and public health. 包括绿党议员Jill Perry在内的批评者强调,在不断破坏环境的情况下,执行官的薪酬和红利很高,要求公共所有权将基础设施置于利润之上,而不是优先。 Critics, including Green Party councillor Jill Perry, highlighted high executive pay and dividends amid ongoing environmental damage, calling for public ownership to prioritize infrastructure over profits. 联合公用事业公司报告说, 2024 年泄漏时间减少了 31%, 并继续进行投资以减少溢出. United Utilities reported a 31% drop in spill duration in 2024 and ongoing investments to reduce overflows. 联合王国政府宣布计划建立一个新的统一的水监管机构,将Ofwat、环境署和饮用水监察局的监督工作结合起来。 The UK government announced plans for a new unified water regulator to combine oversight from Ofwat, the Environment Agency, and the Drinking Water Inspectorate.