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Ocean Plastic Pollution: How can we stop it?

The overproduction and consumption of plastic is polluting our planet, contributing to the climate crisis, and harming public health. We know the science and have the solutions but require the political ambition and legislation to enact change. The upcoming Global...

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3 Lakes – 24 Hours – 1 Olympic Athlete

Olympic open water swimmer Hector Pardoe is attempting a first - to swim Loch Lomond, Lake Windermere and Lake Bala all in 24 Hours. Scotland, England and Wales' biggest lakes in aid of SAS

The SAS 35th Anniversary Ball was EPIC

The 2025 SAS Ball was nothing short of incredible. Rain or shine, you showed up, danced hard, and made it a night to remember. Wow. We’re still buzzing after an absolutely magical, windswept, and unforgettable night on the cliffs of...

Join The Climate Coalition’s Mass Lobby 2025

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Meet your MP at the most impactful climate and nature lobby ever, and call on them to Act Now, Change Forever. On Wednesday 9th July 2025, thousands from across the UK will come together at Westminster for a Mass Lobby...

The People vs Plastic

The toxic tide of plastic pollution is rising. But so are we. We're taking on the profiteering polluters and broken systems keeping us trapped in plastic. No more pointing fingers at consumers. It's time to hold the real culprits to...

Government Reform Plans Could Leave Popular Swim Spots Unprotected

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Surfers Against Sewage has taken the first formal step toward challenging proposed changes to water quality regulations that could have serious consequences for swimmers, paddlers, and other river and beach users across the UK. We’ve sent a pre-action protocol letter...

Interim Water Review falls short of real reform

Surfers Against Sewage and River Action have responded to the publication of the Independent Water Commission’s interim report, welcoming signs that long-standing failures are finally being recognised and the regulators need a major overhaul – but warning that the report...

One Person Can Make a Difference?

This weekend, I was part of the Brighton SAS Reps team, running the Paddle Out protest. At dinner that night, friends asked me, “How can what you do really make a difference?” And here’s my answer. Change has to start...