Southern Water8 days agoIsland sea-bathing warning liftedA bathing alert for Totland Bay and Colwell Bay has been lifted, ahead of the bank holiday weekend.8 days ago21 May 2026'Traffic chaos' to continue over sewage repairsA Canterbury councillor says the disruptions have been an "inconvenience" to local residents.21 May 202620 May 2026Watersports hub to open despite no-swim adviceThe Environment Agency advises against bathing nearby after testing rated the water quality "poor".20 May 202620 May 2026Damaged water pipe causes disruptionSouthern Water engineers work to repair damaged water pipe in Shirley High Street.20 May 202619 May 2026MP submits petition to ban plastic bio-beadsHelena Dollimore MP presents a 10,000-signature petition calling for an end to plastic bio-beads.19 May 202619 May 2026Swimming restrictions due to sewage in sea lifted The Environment Agency confirmed on Tuesday morning that the restrictions have been lifted.19 May 202619 May 2026Forever chemicals found across marine lifeA new Portsmouth Uni study found PFAS present at "multiple levels" of the marine environment.19 May 202617 May 2026Swim warnings after second sewage spill in a weekIsle of Wight Council is advising residents to avoid bathing in the Cowes and East Cowes area.17 May 202615 May 2026Swimmers told to stay out of sea after sewage leakSouthern Water discharged into the sea more than eight hours following a pipe burst.15 May 2026...
