The Thames is tidal for most of its course through London, only becoming non-tidal at Teddington Lock.

"Loo paper" and "what looks like condoms" were visible in the water, says the MP in a video.

Organisers plan to test the water and pass on the results to swimmers before the July event.

Surrey Police said the body found on 12 December was a bald white man in his 40s.

Oxford City Council says the bridge in Oxford has reopened after completion of replacement works.

The action follows earlier enforcement measures in the autumn when another 14 owners were fined.

Goring Fishing Club, who requested the extra stock, said the local fish population "needs a boost".

Orbit Clipper is being built on the Isle of Wight, and will go into operation in March next year.