RSE CEO says data centres should be built next to wastewater and treatment works to limit impact on Scotland’s water supplies
RSE chief executive and chair of British Water, Stephen Slessor, is warning that Scotland must act quickly if it is to benefit from data centres whilst addressing community and environmental concerns about water usage.
Government, Environment Agency, and water companies step up efforts to prevent England remaining in drought by next spring
The government is urging water companies not to lose momentum and carry on water efficiency measures until the drought is over, as research shows above-average rainfall needed to end drought by April 2027.
Anglian Water - major investment in Lincolnshire reservoir to take key step forward
Anglian Water has announced that a proposed new reservoir in Lincolnshire is taking a key step forward as plans for the next public consultation have been announced for October.
RAPID gives draft decision for North Suffolk Reservoir SRO to progress to next stage of development
The Regulators’ Alliance for Progressing Infrastructure Development (RAPID) has confirmed its draft decision to solution owner Northumbrian Water that further funding should be allowed for the North Suffolk Reservoir Strategic Resource Option to progress to gate B.
European Desalination Association conference in Liverpool explores water resilient future
The European Desalination Society (EDS) has announced that its upcoming conference and exhibition on the theme, Water Resilience: Desalination, Recycling & Clean Water Solutions will be held at the Liverpool Experience (LEX) Campus in the UK, from 4-7 May 2027.
Drought, heat and water shortages - Scottish Water CEO explains why Scotland is not immune
In the run-up to the IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition hosted in Glasgow in October, Scottish Water CEO Alex Plant explains why Scotland must prepare for drought, extreme weather and future water challenges.
Environment Secretary Dame Angela Eagle visits Havant Thicket reservoir
Environment Secretary Dame Angela Eagle visited Havant Thicket reservoir in Hampshire last Thursday, overseeing the latest steps to deliver a water-resilient future, as the National Drought Group reported continued low rainfall in August.
Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water lifts Ceredigion Temporary Hosepipe Ban
Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water has lifted the Temporary Use Ban (hosepipe ban) affecting around 33,000 properties across mid and south Ceredigion, together with parts of north Pembrokeshire and north Carmarthenshire.
New study reveals 20 years of groundwater level changes worldwide
A new study by the International Groundwater Resources Assessment Centre (IGRAC) has analysed 20 years of groundwater-level measurements from 42,844 monitoring wells across 47 countries.
Thames Water terminates current procurement process for Teddington Direct River Abstraction Tunnelling Main Works Contract
Thames Water has terminated the current procurement process for the Teddington Direct River Abstraction (TDRA) Tunnelling Main Works Contract (MWC), announcing that the decision not to sign a contract was taken on 6 July 2026.
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ABB launches digital platform for optimizing operation of water networks
ABB has launched AquaMaster+™, a digital platform for smart water network management, designed to help water utilities monitor, analyze and manage their water networks, preventing pipeline water losses and optimizing operations. -
Safe access solutions a key requirement for water sector and other Critical Infrastructure Providers
Craig Nienaber, Business Development Manager for Safe Access Solutions (SAS) at HUBER Technology, explores why the company is seeing a growing level of interest in its safe access solutions for critical infrastructure providers, including their application in wastewater treatment assets. -
Albion Water appoints new Director of Business Development
Albion Water, the first NAV (New Appointment & Variation) to have been established in1999 and now under the ownership of SDS Water Group, has appointed Andy Holland as its new Director of Business Development. -
Webinar to explore moving indirect potable water reuse to full implementation
UK water companies are invited to join an upcoming webinar which will explore how the sector can take indirect potable reuse (IPR) from concept to full-scale operational reality.
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Southern Water showcases last footage inside Yew Hill Reservoir before filling
Southern Water has released film and images showing what it’s like to walk inside Hampshire’s expanded Yew Hill underground reservoir for the very last time, before it gets filled with water. -
Scottish Water completes £235m investment in two-way connection between drinking water networks
Hear how Scottish Water has completed its £235 million Ayrshire Glasgow Resilience Project - customers across Greater Glasgow, Ayrshire and East Renfrewshire will now benefit from a more secure and resilient water supply. -
United Utilities accelerates investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across Northwest
Hear how United Utilities is accelerating its investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across the Northwest.
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