UK canals

Litter pickers in the region describe what it means to them to volunteer their time to care for parks, canals and streets.

Ally Clarke and Ian Farrell are among boaters trapped on the River Cam because of two closed locks.

Jesus Lock and Baits Bite Lock have been closed since last June for structural and safety concerns.

Visitors and locals say saving the water supply at Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal is crucial.

Walsall Council leader Garry Perry says a probe into 2024's events cannot end in "measly words".

The charity operating the canal says it can't continue to shoulder the up to £100,000 a week costs.

The water will then be tested to see when the waterway can re-open, the Canal and River Trust says.

The campaign by Fund Britain's Waterways calls for more government funding for canals and rivers.