Water Act 1989

Water Act 1989

Definition: Water Act 1989

Water Act 1989: An Act of Parliament which made it an offence to cause a discharge of poisonous, noxious, or polluting matter or solid matter to any controlled water under the responsibility of the National Rivers Authority. Controls are also in force to ensure that silage, slurry, and fuel oil installations are of adequate standard. Complying with the Water Act can protect water quality and prevent pollution on the farm.

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