HC Deb 28 April 1987 vol 115 c85W
Mr. Pike

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what representations he has received from regional water authorities regarding the financial implications of upgrading bathing beaches.

Mr. Waldegrave

Water authorities have recently submitted their 1987 corporate plans. Most authorities are expecting improvements in bathing waters to require increases in capital investment and operating costs associated with the disposal of effluent to the sea.