Sewage in the Thames and Mole!

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Concerned about sewage pollution and its impact on our local rivers and environment? Inspired by Feargal Sharkey? Wondering what to do about it? 

Join us at 7pm on Tuesday 16th January at Elmbridge Civic Centre to hear our panel discussion followed by a Q&A and a chance for informal discussion after the event.

Event Chair

Lucy Siegle

Writer, journalist and TV presenter. Lucy has a long history of campaigning on environmental issues, including promoting environmentally sustainable practices in fashion. Lucy has written multiple published books, including the Orwell Prize nominated To Die For. 

Event Panel

Tim Farron

MP for Westmorland and Lonsdale since 2005 and current Lib Dem spokesperson for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. Throughout his time in Parliament, Tim has passionately campaigned for the environment, including campaigning against river pollution across the UK. 

Hugo Tagholm

Hugo is a surfer, campaigner, and environmentalist, currently heading up the global marine conservation NGO, Oceana. He previously led Surfers Against Sewage, campaigning from the beach front to the front benches of Parliament. Hugo has been instrumental in exposing water company sewage pollution.

Alex Adam 

Head of Water Stewardship and Deputy Director of Strategy & Stewardship at the Rivers Trust. Alex has worked in multiple environmental protection charities and organisations for over a decade. Alex is also a strong local campaigner, having been a Town Councillor in Godalming since 2019.

Monica Harding

Parliamentary Candidate for the Liberal Democrats in Esher & Walton. The Mole is one of the most polluted rivers in England, and runs through Esher and Walton.  Monica has been working hard to raise awareness of the issue and demand change from the Government.

Where?

Committee Rooms 1 and 2, Elmbridge Civic Centre, 1 High Street, Esher, KT10 9SD

When?

16th January, 6.30pm for a 7pm start