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Baroness Bakewell of Hardington Mandeville (LD)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 10 November 2025

Debate

River Pollution

Contribution

I thank the Minister for her response. According to the Cunliffe review, agriculture is the single largest cause of river pollution, with pesticides and nutrients ultimately leading to poor environmental outcomes dangerous to public health and blocking developments in affected catchment areas. If we ignore agriculture, little will be done. Can the Minister say how the Government plan to address this source? Will they need primary legislation to do so, and if so, when can legislation be expected?

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