UK: 100 Chemicals Polluting Harbours

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More than 100 chemicals polluting harbours – study.

Researchers have found more than 100 unique chemical pollutants in two UK harbours, raising concerns about their impact on wildlife.

An analysis of seawater, seaweed and shellfish from Langstone and Chichester harbours found chemical pollutants surged more than 100-fold after sewage discharges.

Scientists found 105 unique pharmaceuticals, pesticides and illegal drugs.

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