14 May 2021, 0:01
THERE are now more Blue Flag beaches in England than in Cyprus, Malta and Mexico - meaning more choice for Brits wanting a clean beach holiday this summer.
Across England, there are 76 beaches which have been given the Blue Flag award, given to seasides which meet safe and clean standards when it comes to the water quality and the environment.
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England has more Blue Flag beaches than Cyprus or MaltaCredit: PA
They also have to run a minimum of five educational activities for the local community and visitors to make people aware of the importance of looking after the natural environment.
Johnny Ward s Irish Angle: Tornado can leave rivals in a spin
By Johnny Ward
Fri 14 May 2021
Our Irish racing expert Johnny Ward has posted a profit of £81 to level stakes with his website tips since May 2018 and has two best bets from Navan on Saturday. Enjoy all eight races live on Racing TV and Racing TV Extra.
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We ve a smashing Sunday s action in Ireland, before which Navan s Flat offering is intriguing in itself.
I ve gone for two strong fancies here. Play them in an each-way double and look out for good each-way terms. It could get very exciting.
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Updated: May 14 2021, 5:40 ET
THERE are now more Blue Flag beaches in England than in Cyprus, Malta and Mexico - meaning more choice for Brits wanting a clean beach holiday this summer.
Across England, there are 76 beaches with Blue Flag status, which is given to seasides which meet safe and clean standards when it comes to water quality and the environment.
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England has more Blue Flag beaches than Cyprus or MaltaCredit: PA
They also have to run a minimum of five educational activities for the local community and visitors to make people aware of the importance of looking after the natural environment.