Ofwat publishes new guidance for water companies to protect vulnerable customers
Ofwat has today set out clear minimum standards for water companies to ensure that those customers who need extra help are provided with the level of service they require.
Thames Water and Ofwat CEOs and Chairs under intense questioning in grilling by EFRA Committee
The Chief Executives and Chairs of both Thames Water and Ofwat endured intensive questioning yesterday from the House of Commons Environment Food and Rural Affairs Committee in a compelling live evidence session which at times made for uncomfortable viewing.
Environment Agency gains new powers to impose unlimited financial penalties on companies who pollute environment
As of yesterday, the Environment Agency can now impose unlimited financial penalties on companies who pollute the environment.
EFRA Committee announces timetable for tomorrow’s live evidence session with Thames Water and Ofwat
The House of Commons Environment Food and Rural Affairs Committee has published the timetable for tomorrow’s evidence session with Thames Water and Ofwat.
RAPID consults on commercial arrangements for enabling new water resources
The Regulators’ Alliance for Progressing Infrastructure Development. (RAPID) has launched a consultation on commercial arrangements for enabling new water resources.
Ofwat raises queries with Thames Water over £37.5 million dividend payment to shareholders
Ofwat has confirmed it is looking into the payment by Thames Water of a £37.5 million dividend payment to shareholders – the payment was set out in Thames Water Utilities Ltd Interim results for the six months period to 30 September 2023 published yesterday.
National Audit Office warns on UK resilience - Government is underprepared for extreme weather
The National Audit Office (NAO) is warning that the government is underprepared for extreme weather events, such as severe floods, which have the potential to cause significant disruption to the country.
Concerns over Thames Water finances - EFRA Committee recalls company to give evidence
Representatives from Thames Water will return to give evidence before the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee next week, to answer MPs’ questions on Thames Water’s financial arrangements, in light of recent news reports surrounding the firm’s finances.
Environment Agency reports 96% of English bathing waters meet required quality standards
The Environment Agency has reported that 96% of English bathing waters have met minimum required quality standards - with 90% of bathing waters in England being rated as ‘good’ or ‘excellent.’
Yorkshire Water pays record £1million civil sanction for watercourse pollution
Yorkshire Water has paid a record £1 million to charities after polluting a Harrogate watercourse, following an investigation by the Environment Agency.
SEPA analysis shows 98% of Scottish bathing waters continue to meet strict environmental standards
In 2024 98% of Scotland’s bathing waters will again meet or exceed the Sufficient classification - with 84% achieving the higher standards of Excellent or Good, according to the latest analysis by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA).
Third pollution offence costs Somerset cheesemaker £23,700 in court
Somerset cheese making company, Alvis Brothers Ltd, who make Lye Cross Farm cheeses, has been ordered to pay fines and costs of over £23,700 for a third case of causing pollution from their farm, near Bristol.
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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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