A high-level conference has made the case for more integrated water management in Europe, concluding that reinforced joint efforts in policy, law and investments are necessary to preserve and further improve Europe’s waters.

The Government has this week issued new guidance on upholding existing environmental standards as part of its preparations in the event of no deal on Brexit.

The European Commission has welcomed the European Parliament endorsement of a Directive for Maritime Spatial Planning intended to help Member States develop plans to better coordinate the various activities that take place at sea.

A £6 million scheme to ensure the bathing water at Saltburn passes tighter new European quality standards has been announced by Northumbrian Water.