Ofwat consults on forward programme of work for 2021-22
Ofwat has launched a new consultation on its proposed forward programme of work for 2021-22.
Water Advisory Body report - concerns continue about Irish Water’s ability to meet key metrics
In its latest report, the Water Advisory Body (WAB) has tasked Irish Water with putting in place an action plan for each of the 51 water supplies that remain on the Remedial Action List, as identified by the Environmental Protection Agency.
Competition and Markets Authority consults on algorithms, competition and consumer harm
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published new research on algorithms, showing how they can reduce competition in digital markets and harm consumers if they are misused.
Ofwat launches £2m water sector innovation competition
Ofwat has today launched its £2 million Innovation in Water Challenge (IWC), the first in a series of competitions funded through Ofwat’s £200 million Innovation Fund that aims to create new collaborations in the water sector.
PR19 appeals - CMA consults on potential changes to cost of capital in its Provisional Findings
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a short consultation following extensive representations by the four companies appealing against Ofwat’s PR19 decisions, the regulator and other stakeholders on its Provisional Findings – specifically on the cost of capital.
Covid-19, floods and climate change highlighted in latest UK National Risk Register update
Covid-19, floods and the growing impacts of climate change are among a range of risks highlighted in the latest National Risk Register (NRR) update for the UK.
Appeal Tribunal upholds £25m+ fine in pre-cast concrete drainage products competition case
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has welcomed a judgment from the Competition Appeal Tribunal upholding the CMA's decision to impose a £25 million-plus fine on FP McCann Ltd for participating in an illegal cartel.
House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee launches new inquiry into water quality in rivers
The Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) has launched a new inquiry into water quality in rivers with a focus on the water industry and urban diffuse pollution.
Ofwat announces launch of new investigation into Thames Water
Ofwat has announced that it has launched a new investigation into whether Thames Water is contravening obligations in its Licence and the Wholesale Retail Code.
Government sets out plans to clean up energy system and keep bills affordable in transition to net zero
The government has published ambitious plans to clean up the UK energy system, support up to 220,000 British jobs, and keep bills affordable in the transition to net zero by 2050.
Retail market - Ofwat consults on impacts of Covid-19 restrictions on meter reading capabilities
Ofwat has launched a new consultation in response to an urgent proposal from Castle Water to make changes to the Customer Protection Code of Practice (CPCoP) in light of current and evolving Covid-19 restrictions.
Ofwat consults on what water sector in England and Wales should look like by 2040
Water industry regulator Ofwat is today launching a wide-ranging consultation across England and Wales on what the water sector should look like by 2040.
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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. -
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.
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