Written question asked by Alison Griffiths (Conservative) on Monday, 18 May 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 2 June 2026 (named day). It was answered by Emma Hardy (Labour) on Tuesday, 2 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
Water: West Sussex
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of the current frequency of bathing water testing at designated bathing sites in West Sussex.
- Answer
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The bathing water regulations require a minimum of monthly sampling during the bathing season. The Environment Agency exceeds this requirement by sampling all designated bathing waters at least fortnightly, with more frequent sampling undertaken where appropriate.
In West Sussex there are 15 designated bathing waters. Sampling frequency is determined annually based on an assessment of water quality risk and variability. Around two‑thirds of sites (9 sites) are sampled weekly, with remaining sites (totalling 6) sampled fortnightly or more frequently, depending on risk.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 2470
- Session
- 2026-27
- Subjects
- Water West Sussex Testing
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