Ofwat consults on proposal to allow four water companies to seek further funding between 2025-2030
Ofwat has launched a consultation on a proposal to allow four water companies to seek further funding during the AMP8 investment programme.
Fitch Ratings: Neutral Outlook for UK Utilities in 2026; water improving
Fitch Ratings has maintained its ‘neutral’ outlook for UK utilities, as higher electricity network investments should cut transmission curtailment costs and build distribution network capacity ahead of demand.
Competition and Markets Authority gives five water companies go-ahead to increase customer bills by an average of 3%
The Competition and Markets Authority has just announced it has given five water companies the go-ahead to increase bills beyond the levels determined by Ofwat in its PR24 final determinations in December 2024.
Ofwat Final Determination - Wessex Water appeals to Competition & Markets Authority
Wessex Water has today asked the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) to review Ofwat’s Final Determination setting how much the company can invest in vital water and sewerage improvements over the next five years.
Anglian Water to appeal to Competition and Markets Authority over Ofwat’s PR24 Final Determination
Anglian Water’s Board has asked Ofwat to refer its PR24 Final Determination to the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) - its AMP8 Business Plan was one of the largest infrastructure proposals in the sector, totaling £11.2 billion.
Thames Water to appeal to Competition and Markets Authority over Ofwat's Final Determination
Thames Water has today asked its economic regulator, Ofwat, to refer its Final Determination to the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) for a redetermination on its AMP8 Business Plan.
Ofwat consults on proposed revised approach to water and wastewater company mergers
Ofwat has launched a new consultation on its proposed revised approach to water and wastewater company mergers under the special merger regime set out in the Water Industry Act 1991 and its proposed updated statement of methods for the assessment of mergers.
CMA consults on new draft rules and guidance on water company appeals ahead of Ofwat PR24 Final Determinations in December
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is consulting on draft new rules and guidance which will apply in the event of any appeals by water companies against the Final Determinations Ofwat reaches in Price Reviews.
Competition and Markets Authority seeks initial comment on Pennon Group acquisition of SES Water
The Competition and Markets Authority yesterday invited initial comments by interested parties on Pennon Group’s recently completed acquisition of Sutton and East Surrey Water (SES Water).
Competition Authority progresses inquiry into Pennon Group acquisition of Sutton & East Surrey Water
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is progressing work on its investigation into Pennon Group’s acquisition of Sutton and East Surrey Water which opened on 11 January 2024.
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Making storm overflow data make Sense – Metasphere launches dedicated monitoring device
With the UK government demanding a 50% reduction in storm overflow spills by 2029, the era of reactive management is over. Speaking in the House of Commons on 21 July 2025, then environment secretary Steve Reed said, “This Government will cut water companies’ sewage pollution in half by the end of the decade.” -
King’s Award for Enterprise shows ERG moving forward with growth in UK and Asia
ERG, the leading supplier of odour control systems and industrial gas cleaning & thermal systems, has been awarded the coveted King’s Award for Enterprise. -
Welsh Water’s ORAI system shortlisted for three categories at the British Data Awards 2026
Welsh Water’s new artificial intelligence-driven tool, ORAI, has been shortlisted for three categories at the prestigious British Data Awards 2026 – underscoring the company’s commitment to using cutting-edge technology to deliver better outcome for customers. -
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.
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