6 days Ago
A new initiative is aiming to stop people from pouring fat and oil down the drain in Arun as part of a campaign to protect the ocean. The Yellow Fish Campaign, a collaborative effort between Arun District Council and Southern Water, aims to highlight the consequences of disposing of waste such as fat, oils, and other materials down drains. As part of the campaign, yellow fish stencils have been painted next to drains that carry surface water into the sea.
The aim is to remind residents, visitors, and business owners of the direct impact this pollution has on the ocean. The yellow fish stencils are part of a national campaign to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining clean bathing waters. The campaign is supported by the mantra "only rain down the drain", emphasising that only rainwater should flow into these drains.
Councillor Sue Wallsgrove, chairwoman of the environment committee at Arun District Council, said: "I am so delighted to see the Yellow Fish Campaign come to Arun. "It is a great reminder that ‘only rain down the drain’, is vital in helping to protect our seas. "There will be stencils and posters popping up to share information about how pouring anything down the drains directly impacts the water quality as it goes straight into the sea.
"By making small changes we can all help to reduce pollution entering our rivers and seas which then helps to keep the local bathing water clean - this is the tip of iceberg and we must do more to protect our seas, rivers and streams for future generations." Rob Butson, bathing water manager for Southern Water, added: "It’s vital we all work together to protect our beautiful beaches and bathing waters. "Campaigns like Yellow Fish really help engage the community and spread the message that only rain should go down the drain.
"We’re proud to work in partnership with Arun District Council to help play our part in improving bathing water quality across our region.".
