Water sector regulator Ofwat has launched a new consultation about public value in the water sector with the publication of a wide-ranging discussion paper and a separate independently commissioned report.

Ofwat has issued a policy statement following its recent consultation on proposals for customer engagement to play a greater role in the development of water companies' business plans for the upcoming 2015-2020 investment programme.

The publication yesterday of Ofwat's appeals process for the transfer of private sewers means the regulator is working to a very tight timetable – which in some circumstances could be to the detriment of vulnerable customers.

The House of Lords EU Agriculture, Fisheries and Environment Committee has today invited contributions to its new inquiry into EU Freshwater Policy.

Hazardous substances in fresh and marine water can harm aquatic life and pose a risk to human health, according to a new report published by the European Environment Agency (EEA).

Water industry regulator Ofwat has called for th development of a joint water and fuel poverty indicator in its response to the Hills Fuel Poverty Review call for evidence.

Defra has today launched a new consultation on including proposed major sewers within the existing planning process for major infrastructure projects.

Northern Ireland Water has made a formal commitment to deliver on Freeze Thaw Recovery Plan following the freeze/thaw incident during the December 2010-January 2011 period.