Oral Question·Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport
“What steps her Department is taking to improve levels of participation in grassroots sport. ”
Tabled: 27 August 2026Answered: 3 September 2026
Asked by
Connor Naismith
Labour — Crewe and Nantwich
Answering Minister
the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport
Answer from Hansard
The Prime Minister
I thank the hon. Member for raising this issue. We are committed to the protection and restoration of unique chalk streams. She is right that the destruction of our waterways should never have been allowed, and we have announced immediate action to end this disgraceful behaviour: new powers and tougher penalties, including fines; banning bonuses; and bringing criminal charges against those who persistently break the law. We have also launched a water commission.