Supporter, today we're releasing our new Rivers at Risk report, in partnership with the Rivers Trust, setting out the latest full assessment of the state of rivers across the National Parks of England and Wales. Despite being the lifeblood of our most precious landscapes, our National Park rivers are at risk.

57% of rivers in National Parks fail to meet good ecological status, despite being over three times more likely to be healthy than rivers outside.

Sewage spills, agricultural pollution and toxic chemicals are polluting even our most treasured landscapes, with sewer overflows inside National Parks spilling more than double the average outside. 

Now we know the problems, it's time to deliver solutions. With the biggest shake-up of water regulation in decades, this is the opportunity for bold action from Governments in England and Wales. You can help rescue our rivers by sending a letter today.

RESCUE OUR RIVERS

We’re demanding urgent action from Governments to finally give National Park waters the protection they deserve and implement the full recommendations from our report: 
 

1. Prioritise the parks - Governments must recognise the international status of National Parks by making them a top priority in water reforms.
2. Strengthen the law and publish the promised regulations - New water legislation must include legally binding targets to clean up National Parks waterways.
3. Stop the sewage - All sewage treatment works in National Parks must be upgraded, supported by nature-based solutions, with strong enforcement, and proper funding.
4. Cut farm pollution - Tackle agricultural pollution through a combination of regulation and incentives.
5. Power up National Park Authorities - National Park Authorities must be supported, funded and empowered to play an even greater role in water catchment management.