Government sets up single UK Competition and Markets Authority
The Government has announced the formation of a single Competition and Markets Authority intended to simplify and strengthen the UK competition landscape.
Environment Agency says drinking-water standards too high for many water uses
Dr Paul Leinster, Chief Executive at the Environment Agency has said that the UK's current approach of using one level of treatment meant that water treated to drinking water standards was being used for purposes that it is not required for.
Pollution fines galore in February for Northern Irish farmers
The Department of Environment in Northern Ireland has issued thousands of pounds worth of fines to several farmers for polluting waterways.
Environment Agency issues waste water permit for Hinkley Point C
All waste water discharged from Hinkley Point, Somerset will have to undergo effluent treatment under strict new controls announced yesterday by the Environment Agency.
Should new major water infrastructure projects be left to the water companies?
News that United Utilities is planning to develop a £2.6bn pipeline to pump water from the water-rich North to drought-stricken Southern England raises fundamental questions about whether major infrastructure projects of national significance should be left in the hands of the water companies alone.
Welsh Assembly consults on single environmental body
The Welsh Assembly has launched a new consultation on its proposals to establish a unified single organisation for the management of Wales’ natural resources.
UK water firms tell EU behaviour change is the key to reducing water use
The UK water and wastewater companies have told the European Commission that behaviour change, not technology, holds the key to reducing water use in buildings.
Water companies warn of risks in Government and Ofwat plans for market reform
The UK water companies have warned MPs that plans by Ofwat to open up a cross-border retail market between England and Scotland involves an unacceptable level of operational risk.
Average water and sewerage bill to rise by 0.5% above inflation to £376
Water industry regulator Ofwat said this morning that the average household water and sewerage bill in England and Wales is forecast to increase by 5.7%, or about £20 - above the current inflation rate of 5.2%.
Ofwat policy on customer engagement looks increasingly complex
The latest response by water regulator Ofwat on social tariff guidance has highlighted the increasingly complexity of the requirement for water companies to consult with stakeholders on the price setting process and their forthcoming AMP6 Business Plans.
Scottish Landowner fined £9K for illegal water works
A Perthshire landowner and his contractor today were fined £9000 last week following conviction in August 2011 for carrying out building or engineering works in the River Tay without the authority of an authorisation.
Welsh Assembly consults on Shellfish Water Designations
The Welsh Assembly has launched a new consultation on its Review of Shellfish Water Designations in Wales.
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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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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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