Narrowboaters gather in Birmingham for funding protest

The video discusses the multifaceted benefits of waterways, including economic, social, and environmental advantages. It highlights the importance of investing in these 250-year-old infrastructures to ensure their availability for future generations. The waterways contribute significantly to job creation, health, and well-being, especially during the pandemic. They also play a crucial role in urban regeneration, particularly in Birmingham, by enhancing biodiversity and providing green spaces. The video emphasizes the need for government partnership to secure necessary funding for maintaining and improving waterways.

What risks do waterways face that necessitate funding?

Why is it important to secure investment for waterways?