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Thousands protest at beaches, rivers and lakes in mass demonstrations against sewage discharges
People take part in a protest by Surfers Against Sewage (SAS), in Falmouth, who are calling for an end to the sewage discharges plaguing the UK's rivers and seas, May 18, 2024

THOUSANDS of people protested at beaches, rivers and lakes at the weekend to demand an end to sewage discharges.

Co-ordinated by Surfers Against Sewage, Saturday’s protests took place at over 30 spots from Cornwall to Edinburgh. 

Dinah Sershi and Georgina Palffy attended a protest at Shepperton Open Water, where they swim regularly. 

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