RYA welcome rise in criminal investigations into water firms
Inspections into sewage pollution rise by 400% since July 2024 according to the government
Protect our playground
The rights to our waters. The future of our waters.
The open water, the blue spaces, this is where we belong.
It's where we find joy, connection, and purpose but the activities we love are under threat.
Our freedom to navigate and our right to cruise is continually facing excessive regulation and unjustifiable rising costs.
Meanwhile pollution, waste and the spread of invasive species puts the places we enjoy at risk.
Together, through our powerful community, we’re championing a culture where freedom, safety and sustainability goes hand in hand. Because when we all take responsibility, we keep the water wild, open, and ours.
Representing you
Using the power of our collective voice, identity and influence to make sure we are heard.
Driving change
Tackling challenges through action, partnerships and education.
Protecting tomorrow's waters
Safeguarding boating for the next generation.
The Clean Water Sports Alliance in action
Recognising a year of impact
Clean Water Sports Alliance ask for a Public Health focus from the Water Commission
CWSA send open letter to the Independent Water Commission
A big week for water
The CWSA reacts to storm overflow figures and NGBs unite in Northern Ireland
UK government commits to modernising bathing water rules
New bathing water reforms, the first since 2013, could see the definition of ‘bather’ include other watersports for the first time.
RYA Calls for Government Action Over Potential Incinerator Build in Portland
Advising intervention ahead of an upcoming court hearing, the RYA urges officials to revoke planning permission until key concerns are addressed
MCA Sport and Pleasure Code of Practice: Public Consultation Closes
The RYA calls for the MCA to take the time to review and address feedback it has received.
Representing the interests and freedoms of the Scottish boating community
RYA Scotland advocates for safe, successful, and rewarding boating by representing key issues, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring the voices of boaters are heard.
MCA Sport and Pleasure Code of Practice explained
Key background on the code and proposed changes
RYA water quality
Explore guidance, partnerships, reporting and our manifestos.
The clean water sports alliance
A coalition of national governing bodies representing almost a million members, elite athletes and those who love to get on the water
RYA representation
Explore work around marine licensing, policy committees, planning and government lobbying.
The MCA sport and pleasure code of practice
The RYA is representing our network to ensure changes are reflective of the industry
Get involved
Join us in protecting our playground - so we can all continue to explore, enjoy and thrive on the water.
The Green Blue
Information on the Green Blue and elements of sustainability.