A POPULAR bathing site in Ludlow has been slapped with another 'poor' rating despite a concerted effort to clean it up.
MP Stuart Anderson posted on his social media account how sad he was, resulting in lots of criticisms of the government's water record.
He wrote : "Our bathing waters bring so much joy to people across South Shropshire
"That’s why it’s so disappointing that the bathing site upstream of Dinham Bridge on the River Teme in Ludlow has again been rated poor, despite the huge efforts of local residents and partners working hard to improve water quality.
"We deserve clean rivers that people can enjoy safely and where nature can thrive. The Government must now set out a clear plan to clean up our waterways, including our bathing sites. "
His site was immediately deluged with negative comments including questions about discharge levels, the cuts made to the Environment Agency budget and a decline in sewage monitoring.
An angry response posted: "Please stop being selective and tell the whole story, that’s why we no longer have faith in politicians of all parties."
The MP responded: "No one knows the sewage levels historically as only 100% of monitoring was put in by 2023.
"I am not being selective just providing the facts. There are all on the current government website where you will be able to check them. If you want more information and you are a constituent please email me and I will be happy to answer any questions you have. Thank you again for raising this."
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