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The Guardian
English waters contaminated with toxins
A government assessment shows that all surface waters in England are polluted with toxic chemicals, with only 14.3% of waters reaching good ecological status. The pollutants, mainly mercury, PFOS, and PBDEs, are persistent and are expected to take until 2063 to degrade sufficiently. The findings highlight ongoing environmental concerns linked to pollution from agriculture, industrial activities, and inadequate regulation.
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