Environment Agency plans public consultation on proposed reforms to reservoir safety
The Environment Agency says that the launch of the joint England and Wales public consultation on proposed reforms to reservoir safety is now planned for later in 2026 – the EA is seeking to ensure the work aligns with the recently published Water White Paper and wider government priorities.
Northumbrian Water Group appoints new Assets Director.
Northumbrian Water Group has appointed Blair Mitchell as its new Assets Director.
Public Accounts Committee warns environmental regulators spread too thin to protect nature while delivering reforms
The House of Commons Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is not convinced that environmental regulators and government can fulfil their existing responsibilities while delivering ambitious reforms.
Ofwat publishes “near-final versions” of licensing policy and application guidance.for New Appointments and Variations
Ofwat has published “near-final versions” of licensing policy and application guidance.for New Appointments and Variations (NAVs) alongside a decision document updating its licensing policy and application guidance.
Defra Group launches supply chain market engagement for upcoming Defra Group Fleet Services £96m tender
Defra Group has launched a market engagement exercise for an upcoming tender for Ground Care and Plant for Defra Group Fleet Services with an estimated value of £96 million including VAT.
Scottish Water awards contract for supply of membranes without going out to tender
Scottish Water has awarded a contract for the supply of Drinking Water Quality Regulator (DWQR) / Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) approved membranes and ancillary equipment including installation and maintenance without going out to tender.
Anglian Water awards £4.8 million AMP8 contract for regulatory assurance services
Anglian Water has awarded an AMP8 contract for regulatory assurance services with an estimated value of £4.8 million including VAT.
Severn Trent seeks supply chain input ahead of upcoming c£31 million tender for fixed-film biological, preliminary and primary filtration systems
Severn Trent Water is seeking supply chain input ahead of an upcoming tender for the supply of modular treatment equipment consisting of fixed-film biological, preliminary and primary filtration systems with a total estimated value of almost £31 million including VAT.
South West Water launches new projects to develop new technology to help improve urban water quality
South West Water has launched two new projects to help develop innovative techniques to help improve urban water quality and tackle pollution in waterways.
England recovers from drought with all areas now back to normal status
Four months of above average rainfall mean England’s water levels have now largely recovered from last year’s drought, the National Drought Group heard yesterday.
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Making storm overflow data make Sense – Metasphere launches dedicated monitoring device
With the UK government demanding a 50% reduction in storm overflow spills by 2029, the era of reactive management is over. Speaking in the House of Commons on 21 July 2025, then environment secretary Steve Reed said, “This Government will cut water companies’ sewage pollution in half by the end of the decade.” -
King’s Award for Enterprise shows ERG moving forward with growth in UK and Asia
ERG, the leading supplier of odour control systems and industrial gas cleaning & thermal systems, has been awarded the coveted King’s Award for Enterprise. -
Welsh Water’s ORAI system shortlisted for three categories at the British Data Awards 2026
Welsh Water’s new artificial intelligence-driven tool, ORAI, has been shortlisted for three categories at the prestigious British Data Awards 2026 – underscoring the company’s commitment to using cutting-edge technology to deliver better outcome for customers. -
Barhale completes two Rapid Action Taskforce Spills projects for Severn Trent
Barhale has completed work on two separate Rapid Action Taskforce Spills projects it is carrying out for Severn Trent.
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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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