In a statement, he said... thames water has declined an interview but disputes a great deal of what is being claimed about the severity and frequency of sewage discharges. the company says it will review the findings of the report, but adds that a major upgrade was already planned for henley sewage treatment works. that's expected to be completed in 2025, part of a £1.6 billion investment in reducing incidents of untreated sewage discharge. allen sinclair, bbc news. many schools in england have been forced to close today, as teachers walk out over pay. it is the sixth national strike by membe...