Scotland’s independent water quality regulator says water quality remains very high
Drinking water quality in Scotland is extremely high, with 99.92% compliance against regulatory standards, according to the latest annual report from the country’s independent watchdog.
Environment Agency publishes national framework for water resources planning in England
The Environment Agency has published the national framework for water resources which sets out the strategic direction for long term regional water resources planning in England.
DWI - no compromise on drinking water quality as a result of Brexit
The Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) for England and Wales is emphasising that it does not expect the quality of drinking water in England and Wales to be compromised in any way as a result of Brexit.
Water abstraction in England increases - latest natural capital accounts warn of unsustainable levels
In the latest set of natural capital accounts for the UK, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has described current levels of water abstraction as unsustainable in some regions – as abstraction in England continues to rise.
Irish Water warns pesticides found in drinking water supplies across Ireland
Irish Water is warning that pesticides have been detected in drinking water supplies across Ireland – the water company is urging farmers and other users to use best practice when spraying pesticides.
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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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