A recent study by Thames 21 indicates dangerously high bacteria levels in the River Roding, linked to untreated sewage and unpermitted discharges. Conducted between May and September, the water quality monitoring revealed that multiple sites across the nine-mile stretch of the river failed to meet safe swimming standards for E.coli and intestinal enterococci. The research highlights significant wastewater network failures and raises concerns about human health risks, emphasizing the need for better management and immediate action to address pollution issues affecting recreational use of rivers.
The harmful levels of bacteria detected demonstrate significant failures within the wastewater network.
Current regulations for rivers and open waters in England protect wildlife and are not designed for the protection of human health.
Sites upstream saw better water quality, with the lowest bacteria levels found in Woodford.
The report found dangerously high levels of bacteria at multiple sites across a nine-mile stretch of the River Roding.
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