UK's largest environmental pollution claim reaches High Court
A landmark legal case involving over 4,500 claimants has reached the High Court in London, accusing a major chicken producer and a water company of polluting the rivers Wye, Lugg, and Usk along the Welsh-English border.The claimants, who live or work near these rivers, have brought the case against Avara Foods and Welsh Water.They allege pollution caused by the spreading of chicken manure on farmland and sewage spills.The rivers have experienced green algae blooms, foul smells, and slime, which have affected local residents and businesses.The claim demands compensation and action to improve the rivers' conditions.This case is described as the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 27 Apr 2026 02:31 LONDON
