United Utilities fined £1m after discharging raw sewage into Lancashire coast
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Lancashire category. Published on September 8, 2026 • Originally reported by Matthew Pearce. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Lancashire category. Published on September 8, 2026 • Originally reported by Matthew Pearce. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Sewage plume reached seven bathing waters and significantly affected water quality in June 2023
United Utilities has been fined nearly £1m after illegally discharging raw sewage into the Lancashire coastline and polluting seaside holiday locations including Blackpool.
The water company pleaded guilty to five environmental permit offences relating to a pollution incident along the Fylde coast in June 2023, and was ordered by Preston magistrates court on Tuesday to pay £964,225 in fines and costs.
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