Quality of sea water

Certain substances in sea water, particularly those resulting from the discharge of sewage can cause stomach infections and other illnesses. EU law contains two lists: one with substances that cannot be present in all sea water at all and another with...

Certain substances in sea water, particularly those resulting from the discharge of sewage can cause stomach infections and other illnesses. EU law contains two lists: one with substances that cannot be present in all sea water at all and another with substances that may be present only in limited quantities.

In Malta, samples are collected from 87 localities in Malta and Gozo where bathing is permitted every week. Recent reports show that the quality of bathing water is improving.

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