Waterwise takes aim at Ofwat’s draft methodology for PR24 - “Ofwat should not be marking its own homework on the impact of its price reviews”
Influential campaigning organisation Waterwise is warning that Ofwat’s draft methodology for the upcoming 2024 Price Review is lacking in many areas – and says that the water sector regulator “should not be marking its own homework on the impact of its price reviews”
House of Lords Committee to quiz former Ofwat Chair in inquiry into Ofwat work
The House of Lords Industry and Regulators Committee will continue its inquiry on the work of Ofwat today by taking evidence from former Ofwat chair, Jonson Cox.
Ofwat consults on changes to business retail price caps
Ofwat is opening a six-week consultation on proposed changes to the retail price caps that apply to smaller business customers (consuming less than 0.5Ml per year) who have not engaged in the market.
Government publishes guidance for water companies on drainage and wastewater management plans for storm overflows
The government has published supplementary guidance for water companies on drainage and wastewater management plans for storm overflows.
Sale of horticultural peat to be banned by 2024 to protect England’s peatlands
The Government has announced that the sale of peat for use in the amateur gardening sector will be banned by 2024 to protect peatlands and the natural environment.
Sewage spills - Government sets out “toughest targets ever” for water companies
The Government has announced that water companies will face the strictest targets on pollution from sewage ever under a new plan to tackle sewage discharges published today.
Ofwat publishes new guidance for development of strategic regional water resource solutions
Ofwat has published new guidance setting out the process for the next stage of the process for water companies to investigate and develop strategic water resource solutions that benefit customers, protect and enhance the environment and benefit wider society.
Competition Authority finds concerns in drinking water solutions merger
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has found that the anticipated purchase of Waterlogic by Culligan could lead to a loss of competition in the supply of multifunctional taps to business customers in the UK.
Drought - Defra relaxes rules to help farmers deal with impacts of dry weather
The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has confirmed that more support will be provided for farmers to help them deal with the impacts of some of the driest weather for decades.
Ofwat confirms new open access competition for innovators and seeks to extend £200m Innovation Fund to 2030
Ofwat, the economic regulator of water services in England and Wales, has announced a new “open access” competition for innovators as its £200 million Innovation Fund evolves to encourage more diverse ideas to transform water services for customers, the environment and society.
Competition & Markets Authority launches investigations into 3 fashion brands over ‘green’ claims
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched new investigations into 3 fashion brands - ASOS, Boohoo and Asda - over ‘green’ claims.
Ofwat research shows 59% of customers want water companies to prioritise river water quality – even if bills increase as a result
New research undertaken by Ofwat shows that almost six in ten (59%) customers want their water company to prioritise improving the quality and cleanliness of rivers in England and Wales - even if this were to increase the price of their water bills.
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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
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