Burst pipes, supply outages, and disease outbreaks: Can the UK still rely on safe water?

BMJ 2026

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Authors: Emma Wilkinson
DOI: 10.1136/bmj.s378
Cited by: 0

Abstract

With the UK’s ageing water infrastructure creaking, Emma Wilkinson examines whether we are at risk of losing a cornerstone of public health

Fields of Study & Subjects

Water Systems and Optimization Public Health and Environmental Issues Water Governance and Infrastructure

Publication details

Journal / source
BMJ
Volume
392
Pages
s378–s378
Publication date
26 February 2026
Language
EN