An overview of the report
We now have 100% of Event Duration Monitors (EDMs) installed on our storm overflows, which tell us how often a release occurs. We then share this data with the Environment Agency and with customers via our Beachbuoy tool.
In 2023, we reported a total of 829 storm overflow releases. This was an increase from the previous year, however, there was a significant increase in rainfall in 2023 which is a major factor in storm releases.
We're working hard to improve bathing water quality. This includes making repairs on our network, resolving misconnections on customer pipes and developing improvement plans.