Environment Agency – drought continues to impact England’s reservoirs after sixth dry month of 2026
The latest report from the Environment Agency says drought is continuing to impact England’s reservoirs after the sixth dry month of 2026, with below average September rainfall compounding drought issues in southern and central England.
Business retail market – new appointment to the Strategic Panel
The Strategic Panel has announced the appointment of Nina White as a new wholesaler member following a selection process.
South East Water imposes further hosepipe restrictions and applies for Non-Essential Use Ban
To protect water supplies and the environment in Sussex, South East Water is today implementing further hosepipe restrictions for customers by removing exemptions.
Costain appointed to Pagabo’s £4.3bn Framework for Civil Engineering, Infrastructure and Enabling Works 2026
Costain has been appointed on to Pagabo’s Civil Engineering and Infrastructure Framework as a Lot 1 Collaborative Partner – the new, long-term relationship will see the UK infrastructure specialist deliver end-to-end civil engineering and infrastructure services for projects across England and Wales.
Fitch Ratings warn UK Water Bill announcement does not alter sector risk
Fitch Ratings' Head of UK Utilities, Yeshvir Singh is warning that the Prime Minister’s strengthened Water Bill announcement does not alter sector risk - and that the resolution of Thames Water’s restructuring remains a major risk.
Aquatech and IWA partner to connect scientific expertise and breakthrough research with real-world water solutions
Aquatech and the International Water Association (IWA) are joining forces to launch a new forum to bring scientific water knowledge, research and innovation closer to practical implementation.
Scottish Water publishes annual Net Zero Routemap update
Scottish Water has published its annual Net Zero Routemap update, as part of Scottish Climate Week, showing the progress it is making towards achieving its net zero goals.
Affinity Water - £10 million reservoir investment strengthens water supplies across Hertfordshire
A new £10 million reservoir for Affinity Water has almost doubled water storage across Luton, Hemel Hempstead and St Albans, strengthening supplies for thousands of homes and businesses as the region faces growing pressure on its water resources.
Natural England announces new strategic approach to planning advice to speed up decisions
Natural England has announced changes to the way it provides planning advice have been set out, helping to better focus its expertise to support a more efficient planning system while protecting nature.
Major new £42 million flood scheme opens to protect Tonbridge and Hildenborough
A major £42 million flood scheme has officially opened, providing better protection from flooding for homes, businesses and essential services in Tonbridge and Hildenborough.
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BactoSense ID cuts wastewater and bathing water bacteria testing from days to minutes
Near-real-time microbial monitoring of wastewater discharge and bathing waters is now possible thanks to the BactoSense ID solution created by Swiss-based bNovate Technologies. -
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.
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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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