Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 89311
Inland Waterways
Tabled: 10 November 2025
Answered: 17 November 2025
Question
Helen Maguire
Liberal Democrat — Epsom and Ewell
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment her Department has made of the potential merits of expanding access rights for (a) paddling, (b) swimming and (c) other non-motorised craft on inland waters.
Answer
Emma HardyThe Government recognises the importance of access to nature for people’s health and well-being. We are considering our approach to improving access, including to unregulated inland waterways, and are committed to working with stakeholders as this develop...
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