Thames Water says new plans that could see treated sewage pumped into Teddington Lock will protect water supplies during drought.

Thames Water says new plans that could see treated sewage pumped into Teddington Lock will protect water supplies during drought.

Twickenham MP Munira Wilson had criticised the move, calling it a ‘threat to people, wildlife and the environment’.

However, a Thames Water spokesperson said; ‘Without this project, London’s drinking water supply will be at risk during periods of drought’.

The company also emphasized that ‘protecting river health’ is ‘at the heart’ of their plans.