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South West Water is claiming it has no legal obligation to keep rivers and seawater clean of sewage in its defence against a Devon swimmer who is taking the water company to court.

Jo Bateman, who attempts to swim every day off the coast of Exmouth, is taking legal action against South West Water, claiming its frequent sewage discharges into the sea have taken away her legal right to a public “amenity”.

However, in its defence to Ms Bateman’s claim, seen by i, the water firm states no one has a legal right to swim in the sea.

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[–] Buddahriffic@lemmy.world 25 points 8 months ago (1 children)

Am I the only one who thinks that anyone who makes an argument like this should immediately be executed?

[–] Baylahoo@lemmy.world 10 points 8 months ago

No, it's harsh but fair. Despicable view of the world from the water company.