Thames Water - Ofwat gives go-ahead for £22.6m funding for London Water Recycling scheme to progress to gate 4 of RAPID process
Ofwat has informed Thames Water of its draft decision to allow £22.6 million funding for the London Water Recycling scheme (with the Teddington DRA as the preferred suboption), and to proceed to gate four of the RAPID process.
Government announces major reforms to environmental regulation to boost growth and protect nature
Reforms announced today by the Environment Secretary Steve Reed will see a more dynamic, streamlined approach to environmental regulation will drive economic growth and safeguard nature under the Plan for Change.
Government announces launch of National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority
The Government has today announced the launch of the National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA), saying it “ushers in a new era for UK infrastructure delivery.”
Environment Agency publishes new guidance on automatic water sampling equipment under MCERTS
The Environment Agency has published detailed new guidance on automatic water sampling equipment used for monitoring treated discharges from wastewater treatment works, industrial processes, untreated wastewater and receiving waters under the MCERTS monitoring certification scheme.
MPs to debate government support for Thames Water next week
A Westminster Hall debate has been scheduled for 3pm on Thursday 3 April on government support for Thames Water.
Ofwat opens consultation on banning bonuses for water company bosses in certain circumstances
Ofwat has today launched a new consultation seeking feedback on a new rule that will prevent water companies from awarding bonuses to water bosses in certain circumstances.
Landmark Planning and Infrastructure Bill has Second Reading in Parliament
The Planning and Infrastructure Bill had its Second Reading in Parliament yesterday – ahead of the reading Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner warned that there was ‘no time to waste’ and urged Parliament to back key legislation needed to speed up the delivery of the Plan for Change.
Environment Agency and Oxford City Council partner to unlock growth
A partnership between the Environment Agency and Oxford City Council has secured the infrastructure needed to allow the development of around 18,000 new homes in and around Oxford, delivering change in the area in line with the Government’s ambition to unlock growth.
CMA grants Castle Water permission to appeal Ofwat decision to reject request for change to Wholesale Retail Code
The Competition and Markets Authority has granted Castle Water permission to appeal Ofwat’s decision of 5 February 2025 to reject the business retailer’s request for a change to the Wholesale Retail Code.
Ofwat refers five companies' redetermination requests to Competition and Markets Authority – and delays Thames Water referral
Ofwat has formally referred the requests from five companies for a redetermination of their PR24 Final Determination to the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). The referral commences the six-month period which the CMA has to consider appeals (subject to any request for an extension).
Natural Resources Wales releases new water quality data on health of Wales’s waters
New water quality data published by Natural Resources Wales (NRW) on phosphorus levels in Welsh Special Area of Conservation (SAC) rivers shows small improvements, while interim water quality classifications for Welsh rivers hold steady.
Independent Water Commission appoints former CEO of Scottish Water to expert Advisory Group
Douglas Millican, former CEO of Scottish Water (2012 – 2023), has been appointed by Sir Jon Cunliffe as an additional member to the Independent Water Commission Advisory Group.
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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. -
Albion Water appoints new Director of Business Development
Albion Water, the first NAV (New Appointment & Variation) to have been established in1999 and now under the ownership of SDS Water Group, has appointed Andy Holland as its new Director of Business Development.
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