# Leaky pipes may explain years-long bay pollution

- Published: 2026-07-16T20:16:34Z
- Updated: 2026-07-17T17:22:47Z
- Section: Science & Environment
- Language: English (en)
- Source: BBC News — https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1eyeww172do?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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The Environment Agency has rated Cullercoat's water quality as "poor" since 2018.

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