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The court has issued a summons to South West Water following an investigation into a parasite outbreak that affected the water supply in Brixham, Devon. Over 100 cases of cryptosporidiosis were linked to the outbreak, leading to sickness and diarrhoea in May 2024. The Drinking Water Inspectorate revealed that the summons was issued to the company for potential offences under section 70(1) of the Water Industry Act 1991. The case is scheduled to be heard on 2 October at Exeter Magistrates’ Court. South West Water stated that they have cooperated fully with the Drinking Water Inspectorate’s investigation and will reflect on the summons.
Marcus Rink, chief inspector of the inspectorate, highlighted the severity of the Brixham incident and its significant impact on the public and community. He deemed it necessary to involve the court in reviewing the evidence in the public interest. South West Water expressed their seriousness about the incident and their commitment to fully engaging in response to the legal proceedings. They emphasized that their priority remains delivering clean and safe drinking water to their customers in Cornwall, Devon, and the Isles of Scilly.
The summons issued to South West Water stems from an investigation into a parasite outbreak in Brixham, Devon, that led to over 100 cases of cryptosporidiosis in May 2024. The company faces potential charges under the Water Industry Act 1991 and is scheduled to appear in court on 2 October at Exeter Magistrates’ Court. Chief inspector Marcus Rink stressed the seriousness of the incident and its impact, prompting the involvement of the court for public interest. South West Water has assured that they are taking the legal proceedings seriously and remain focused on providing clean and safe drinking water to their customers
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