Submitted on Wednesday 16th August 2023
Rejected on Tuesday 22nd August 2023
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: local (see below for details)
DEFRA prevent the River Thames Scheme flowing into Shepperton Open Water Lake
We ask that the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural affairs makes a direction under s.40(1) of the Environment Act 1995 to the Environment Agency to re-route the River Thames Scheme (containing landfill-contaminated river water) away from Shepperton Open Water Swimming Lake.
Shepperton Open Water Lake is home to a wide community, the facility allows this community to swim in a safe and managed body of water that is free from contaminated river source. It is an invaluable resource and supports, Veterans, Amputees, Mental Health, Sports Clubs including British Tri and Team GB, alongside Charities and Families. Not only does it provide a clean safe water source for People, it also is an SNCI habitat and home for much wildlife.
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