New report on dire state of UK nature prompts Government to launch rapid review to meet Environment Act targets
The Government has announced a rapid review of the Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP) to be completed by the end of the year to deliver its legally binding targets to save nature.
Ofwat prioritises river water quality and environmental outcomes in forward programme for 2022-23
Ofwat is set to prioritise river water quality and environmental outcomes in the year ahead, according to its newly-published forward work programme for 2022-23.
Environment Act - Defra consults on new, long-term environmental targets
The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs and Natural England has launched a new consultation on new, long-term environmental targets announced by the government.
Wessex Water warns environment urgently needs a new way of regulating
Wessex Water is warning that water and sewerage company regulation must be revolutionised now if the Government’s 25 Year Environment Plan (25 YEP) is to meet its bold ambitions.
Environment and climate change – Anglian Water CEO Peter Simpson says cross-sectoral collaboration crucial to tackle challenges and find solutions
The past year has seen the spotlight fall on the environment and the rapidly growing impact of climate change like never before. The water sector stands ready to meet the challenge, says Anglian Water CEO Peter Simpson, but not all the answers come from within.
Government says new Environment Act will "crack down" on water companies that discharge sewage
The Environment Act has now become law – Environment Secretary George Eustice said the Act will crack down on water companies that discharge sewage into rivers, waterways and coastlines.
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Barhale completes two Rapid Action Taskforce Spills projects for Severn Trent
Barhale has completed work on two separate Rapid Action Taskforce Spills projects it is carrying out for Severn Trent. -
Börger UK relocates to larger premises as sales continue to grow
Börger UK, which has firmly established itself as a leading pump brand since it was set up in Staffordshire in 2004, has moved into bigger, brand-new premises in Shrewsbury. -
Register for HUBER Technology UK webinar on water intake screens for municipal and industrial applications
HUBER Technology UK & Ireland are inviting people to register for their March webinar where they will be providing information about HUBER water intake screens for municipal and industrial applications. -
Sulzer launches global Water Treatment Center of Excellence for integrated water solutions
Sulzer has launched a new global Center of Excellence (CoE) for Water Treatment Solutions - the CoE consolidates Sulzer’s wastewater treatment expertise in a unified and global manner.
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