Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 8377
Boats: Henley-on-Thames
Tabled: 9 October 2024
Answered: 18 October 2024
Question
Freddie van Mierlo
Liberal Democrat — Henley and Thame
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, if he will amend the criteria relating to bathing water designation to include the (a) use of (i) non-motorised boats and (ii) paddleboards and (b) holding of (i) the Royal Regatta, (i
Answer
Emma HardyMinisters continue to consider possible changes to the Bathing water system. In light of this, applications for designations for the 2025 bathing season which were closed by the previous administration, remain closed.