The Government says these rivers and beaches are safe for swimming. The evidence proves otherwise – with people falling ill over 6,000 times

Campaigners have warned hundreds of communities near rivers are missing out on getting bathing spot status as they are deemed 'too expensive' to clean up

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The Government says these rivers and beaches are safe for swimming. The evidence proves otherwise – with people falling ill over 6,000 times