Swimmers report illness after bathing in Welsh waters

Nation.Cymru Staff Reported illnesses after swimming in Welsh waters appear to have fallen dramatically this summer, but campaigners say the figures still highlight concerns over sewage pollution. Notably, of the 29 total sickness reports submitted to Surfers Against Sewage so far in 2026, around 30% have come from bathing waters rated ‘Excellent’ or ‘Good’. The…