Environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy has today announced the winners of the prestigious Blue Flag and Seaside Awards for 2023, and among them are Roker and Seaburn beaches. It is only presented to well-managed beaches with water quality defined as 'excellent' under the EU Bathing Water Directive and environmental education programmes, while Seaside Awards are presented to the best beaches in England and celebrate the quality and diversity of our coastline. Safety and services, such as first aid, lifeguards where necessaryEnvironmental information including displaying details about local eco systemsWater quality - Blue Flag beaches must meet the 'excellent' water quality standard as set out in the EU bathing water directive and Seaside Award winners must meet the 'sufficient' standard