Investors warn Treasury over politicisation of Ofwat and “unfinanceable” PR19 plans
International investors in the UK water companies led a delegation at a meeting with the Treasury last week to warn that Ofwat’s tough PR19 plans are “unfinanceable” and express their concerns that the regulator has become politicised, according to a report in yesterday’s Sunday Times newspaper
Environmental Audit Committee warns over growing biosecurity risk from invasive non-native species
The House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee is calling for a ‘citizens’ army’ to tackle the growing threat from invasive species, estimated to cost Britain’s economy £1.8 billion a year.
Environment Agency launches new consultation on future of rivers
The Environment Agency has today launched a six month-long consultation on the future of the water environment and rivers in England.
Ofwat seeks to incentivise Thames Water to increase value for customers via sale of Tideway Tunnel project land
Ofwat has launched a new consultation on proposals which would see Thames Water customers bear only 80% of any potential losses from the sale of Thames Tideway Tunnel project land, rather than bearing the losses in full.
Ofwat sets out information requirements for water company charges for 2020-21
Ofwat has published a paper setting out its expectations, assurance and information requirements for water company charges for 2020-21, including how it expects water companies to engage with customers and stakeholders when developing their charging policy and charges.
Government says new Environment Bill will aim to deliver sustainable water resources
Defra has published a new policy statement setting out how the government’s Environment Bill will put the environment at the centre of policy making – including how it intends to deliver sustainable water resources.
Price Review 2019 – so should the water companies challenge Ofwat decisions they‘re unhappy with?
In an Expert Focus article for Waterbriefing, Tom Sharpe QC discusses some of the issues about the water companies' options on deciding whether or not to appeal regulatory determinations in the run-up to the publication of Ofwat’s Final Decisions on the draft Business Plans in the 2019 Price Review.
Government Environment Bill to strengthen measures to protect water resources
New measures to protect water resources, together with new powers to direct water companies to work together to meet current and future demand for water, form part of a New Environment Bill included in the Queen’s Speech published yesterday.
CMA to pursue investigation into anti-competitive behaviour in UK construction services
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched yet another investigation into suspected anti-competitive arrangements in the UK construction sector.
Tackling climate change - NIC calls for new powers for UK utility regulators
The National Infrastructure Commission is warning that the UK will fail to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 if regulators aren’t given new powers to ensure utility companies invest in sustainable infrastructure.
Moody's warns UK water & energy sector credit quality under pressure as regulators tighten screws
A new report on the water, energy transmission and gas distribution sectors from Moody's Investors Service is warning that UK regulated utilities will see significant cuts in revenues and weaker credit metrics from the start of the next regulatory period as regulators limit returns.
Ofwat launches new strategy to help improve water company performance
Ofwat has today published a new strategy to help transform water company performance, meet long-term challenges and embed public purpose into the sector.
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Enpure Ltd and Clean TeQ Water Ltd in new collaboration for Moving Bed Ion Exchange-based nutrient removal
Enpure Ltd and Clean TeQ Water Ltd have announced a collaboration agreement to bring Clean TeQ Water's Moving Bed Ion Exchange-based nutrient removal technologies to water utilities across the UK. -
BactoSense ID cuts wastewater and bathing water bacteria testing from days to minutes
Near-real-time microbial monitoring of wastewater discharge and bathing waters is now possible thanks to the BactoSense ID solution created by Swiss-based bNovate Technologies. -
ABB launches digital platform for optimizing operation of water networks
ABB has launched AquaMaster+™, a digital platform for smart water network management, designed to help water utilities monitor, analyze and manage their water networks, preventing pipeline water losses and optimizing operations. -
Safe access solutions a key requirement for water sector and other Critical Infrastructure Providers
Craig Nienaber, Business Development Manager for Safe Access Solutions (SAS) at HUBER Technology, explores why the company is seeing a growing level of interest in its safe access solutions for critical infrastructure providers, including their application in wastewater treatment assets.
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Southern Water showcases last footage inside Yew Hill Reservoir before filling
Southern Water has released film and images showing what it’s like to walk inside Hampshire’s expanded Yew Hill underground reservoir for the very last time, before it gets filled with water. -
Scottish Water completes £235m investment in two-way connection between drinking water networks
Hear how Scottish Water has completed its £235 million Ayrshire Glasgow Resilience Project - customers across Greater Glasgow, Ayrshire and East Renfrewshire will now benefit from a more secure and resilient water supply. -
United Utilities accelerates investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across Northwest
Hear how United Utilities is accelerating its investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across the Northwest.
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