联合王国环境团体对怀伊河污染污染的污染者提起诉讼,寻求问责制和加强监管。
UK environmental groups sue polluters over River Wye contamination, seeking accountability and stronger regulations.
英国就瓦伊河污染问题提起了具有里程碑意义的环境诉讼,这是该国历史上最大的此类案件。
A landmark environmental lawsuit has been filed in the UK over pollution in the River Wye, the largest of its kind in the country’s history.
该案件由环境团体和地方社区牵头,针对多种来源,包括农场、供水公司和工业经营者,以向河中排放农业径流、污水和废物。
The case, led by environmental groups and local communities, targets multiple sources including farms, water companies, and industrial operators for discharging agricultural runoff, sewage, and waste into the river.
水质恶化损害了生态系统,引起了公共卫生关切。
Deteriorating water quality has harmed ecosystems and raised public health concerns.
法律行动寻求问责制和更有力地执行环境条例。
The legal action seeks accountability and stronger enforcement of environmental regulations.
以前对约克郡水公司等公司罚款总额超过150万英镑,专用于修复河流的资金。
Previous fines totaling over £1.5 million have been imposed on companies like Yorkshire Water, with funds earmarked for river restoration.
其结果可以为整个联合王国的环境保护和水质开创一个重大先例。
The outcome could set a major precedent for environmental protection and water quality across the UK.