Environment Agency progresses largest-ever investigation into water and sewerage companies
The Environment Agency is continuing work on its largest ever criminal investigation to date into potential breaches of environmental permit conditions by all water and sewerage companies discharging into English waters.
Environment Agency launches whistleblowing portal in latest bid to crackdown on water company sewage pollution
The Environment Agency (EA) has launched a new whistleblowing portal to make it easier for internal water company whistleblowers to safely report serious environmental wrongdoing by their water companies.
Ofwat consults on driving better company performance through whistleblowing practices
Ofwat has launched a new consultation on driving better company performance through clear and effective whistleblowing practices.
Ofwat reiterates whistleblowing guidance
Water industry regulator Ofwat has reiterated its whistleblowing guidance for anyone who wants to raise concerns about improper practices in the regulated water sector.
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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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