Leaky pipes may explain years-long bay pollution
The Environment Agency has rated Cullercoat's water quality as "poor" since 2018.
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"We are hopeful that these actions will make a positive difference to the bathing water at Cullercoats."
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The Environment Agency has rated Cullercoat's water quality as "poor" since 2018.
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