HC Deb 11 July 1973 vol 859 c355W
77. Mr. Cormack

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he will take steps to ensure that all council sewerage authorities discharge their sewage at least 400 yards below low water mark.

Mr. Eldon Griffiths

No. Most sewage discharges are made to inland rivers. The most satisfactory point for discharge to the sea must be determined in the light of local circumstances, including tidal and other water conditions affecting distribution.