Consultation launched into making UK's first river bathing spot in Ilkley

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Plan is to turn stretch of River Wharfe in Ilkley into a swimming area where water quality is regularly monitoredThe creation of the first designated bathing water spot in a UK river has moved one step closer after the government published a consultation on the plans.A stretch of the River Wharfe in Ilkley, which is popular with swimmers and families, would be the only river in the country to be subjected to strict monitoring during May to October to ensure the water is of good quality. Continue reading... https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/aug/07/consultation-launched-into-making-uks-first-river-bathing-spot-in-ilkley
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