Season 4 - Flushing Out the Truth: Sewage and Public Health in the UK

The development of wastewater systems in the 19th century was one of the greatest achievements of public health, but in recent years there has been growing concern and scrutiny of water quality and sewage pollution. The critical issue of sewage contamination in the UK's rivers and seas is having a profound impact on environmental sustainability and recent reports have urged upgrades in wastewater infrastructure to protect the health of the public. In this month’s episode, our experts James Cheshire (Professor of Geographic Information and Cartography, UCL Geography) and Sam Nichols (Water Quality App Manager, Surfers Against Sewage), analyse the causes, health effects, and innovative mapping techniques used to combat sewage contamination. Listen to understand what action is required from policymakers and the public to address sewage pollution and ensure our waterways are safe and clean for future generations. Transcription link: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/health-of-public/transcript-flushing-out-truth-sewage-and-public-health-uk Date of episode recording: 2024-08-12T00:00:00Z Duration: 00:36:00 Language of episode: English Presenter:Xand van Tulleken Guests: James Cheshire; Sam Nichols Producer: Annabelle Buckland