Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 119282

Agriculture: Inland Waterways

Tabled: 10 March 2026

Answered: 17 March 2026

Question

Jim Shannon

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what recent discussions she has had with water companies on reducing agricultural runoff into rivers and waterways.

Answer

Emma Hardy

In January 2026, I hosted a cross-sector roundtable, which included water industry representatives, to discuss planned reforms to agricultural pollution regulations. Engagement continues with industry, farming and environmental representatives at official...

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