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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Alex Ross

Mapped: The record number of polluted spots swimmers are urged to avoid ahead of Christmas swims

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A record number of bathing spots across England have the worst quality of water new figures show, with swimmers urged to stay away for the sake of their health.

As hardy bathers brace for festive dips in the sea on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, questions continue over the state of Britain’s waters.

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