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Community Safety · HounslowDead animals found in Brentford canal network
Dead animals, including foxes, ducks, and a cat, have been discovered in the Brentford canal network over the summer. Residents and a local boathouse charity have raised concerns about pollution, with sewage and misconnections identified as contributing factors.
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Community Safety · HounslowDead animals found in Brentford canal linked to sewage
Dead animals, including aquatic life, have been found in Brentford Lock basin, with residents suspecting plumbing misconnections are to blame. Councillor Katherine Dunne confirmed cross-borough work is underway to address the issue.
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Community Safety · HounslowHounslow Council moves to reopen Brentford Dock riverside path
Hounslow Council has issued a legal order to add the Brentford Dock riverside path to its public rights of way map. This is the first step to ensure public access to the route, which has been gated by the landowner since 2021.
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