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.
Government announces new applications for Sustainable Farming Incentive halted with immediate effect
With record numbers of farm businesses in farming schemes and the sustainable farming budget successfully allocated, on Tuesday the Government announced that it has stopped accepting new applications for the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI24) with immediate effect.
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Future Water Networks November 2026 kicks off with AMP8 Year in Water review
The Future Water Association’s annual Networks November event kicked off last week with a Year in Water Review – a recap on the past year and what it means for the sector going forward. -
South West Water explores new approach to sludge dewatering in UK-first municipal trial
South West Water has hosted the first municipal trial of the Fournier Rotary Press in the UK, assessing its potential to improve sludge dewatering performance and support future biosolids standards. -
Uniwater strengthens its UK presence with acquisition of Hy‑Ram Engineering
Uniwater has acquired Hy-Ram Engineering, a specialist in tooling, products and hire for the water sector, based in Mansfield, England. -
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.
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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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