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Message last updated - Tuesday 15th October 2024
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Bacteria from sewage pollution can cause water quality to drop in rivers and at beaches, impacting people enjoying these amenities.
If you’re not connected to the main sewer and use a private treatment system, such as a cesspit or septic tank, it’s your responsibility to ensure you’re not polluting the environment or causing an issue to public health.
The following advice will help you protect your environment and prevent a costly fine.
Which sewage system are you on?
Cesspit/cesspool
Septic tank
If you spot any of these signs, contact an Environment Agency registered contractor as soon as possible:
Systems’ dos and don’ts
Do
Don’t
Effects to your pocket and the environment