Scottish Government announces new Water Bill
The Scottish Government has said that Scottish Water will be kept in public ownership and rejected calls for privatisation.
Scott Wilson recommends acceptance of URS cash offer
The Board of Scott Wilson Group plc is recommending shareholders to accept a cash offer by Universe Bidco Limited - a wholly owned subsidiary of URS Corporation.
Saint-Gobain PAM UK publishes second sustainability report
Iron technology leader Saint-Gobain PAM UK has published its second Sustainability Report.
Regulator approves Northern Ireland water charges
The Northern Ireland Authority for Utility Regulation (NIAUR) has approved Northern Ireland Water’s proposed charges for the current year and upcoming 12-month period.
Pumps in prime position to help reduce Carlisle flood risk
The final part of a multi-million pound flood alleviation project for Carlisle is finished and ready for action.
Pennon Group publishes Corporate Responsibility Reports
Pennon Group, owners of South West Water and Viridor Waste, has published its fourteenth Corporate Responsibility Reports at both Group and individual company level.
Pennon Group financial performance “in line with expectations”
Pennon Group Plc, owners of South West Water, said in an Interim Management Statement issued this morning that financial performance since 31 March 2010 had been in line with management expectations.
Ofwat report highlights significant increase in water companies' pre-tax profits
Water industry regulator Ofwat has published its latest report on the financial performance and expenditure of the water companies in England and Wales for the financial year 2009-10.
Ofwat consults on SSE Water new supply appointment proposals
Ofwat is currently consulting on proposals to grant SSE Water variations to two appointments to provide water and sewerage services.
Northumbrian Water to start multi-million-pound environmental scheme
Residents from the Tees Valley are being invited to find out more about a forthcoming £5 million environmental scheme by Northumbrian Water.
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Spotlight on wastewater treatment with prestigious television slot for Lakeside on All Access with Andy Garcia
In a TV show that will explain the complex journey of the wastewater treatment process, Lakeside Equipment Corporation is set to feature in US Public Television’s All Access program with Andy Garcia. -
Environmental Services & Solutions Expo 2025 unveils packed agenda featuring government leaders and industry trailblazers
Environmental Services & Solutions (ESS) Expo, the UK’s largest environmental event, has released the full speaker programme for its 2025 event, which now features seven shows spanning all corners of the environmental sector, under one roof at the NEC Birmingham. -
HUBER Technology - Environmental Services & Solutions (ESS) Expo 2025
We are exhibiting at WWEM – Water, Wastewater and Environmental Management Expo, which is one of the eight exhibitions taking place at the NEC, Birmingham 17-18 September 2025 as part of ESS Expo 2025. Please come along and visit us at Stand WW-S60. -
SuDS role grows under new water rules
Publication of the Independent Water Commission’s Final Report, alongside new legislation and updated national standards, marks a major turning point in the wider adoption of sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) by water companies and developers, according to Alex Stephenson, director, SuDSPlanter.
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