MPs to debate Independent Water Commission final report on Tuesday 10 February
A debate has been scheduled in Westminster Hall on 9 February 2026 beginning at 9.30 am tomorrow on the final report of the Independent Water Commission. The subject for the debate was chosen by the Backbench Business Committee.
Goverment provides further £6.5 million funding to support repair, maintenance and long-term projects of canals
The government has provided an additional £6.5 million government funding to help build long-term resilience across the canal network in England and Wales and ensure it continues to operate safely.
Portsmouth Water marks major milestone at Havant Thicket Reservoir
Portsmouth Water is celebrating the successful completion of a key milestone at Havant Thicket Reservoir, the first major new UK reservoir in over 30 years.
Second round of public consultation on Grand Union Canal Transfer starts next week
The Grand Union Canal Transfer (GUCT) is launching its Phase Two Public Consultation – the second phase will run from Wednesday 11th February to Thursday 2nd April, with communities along the scheme’s proposed route able to contribute their thoughts and opinions on how the scheme is progressing.
Ofwat publishes final Climate Change Principles for water companies
Ofwat has published its final Climate Change Principles for water companies following stakeholder consultation and engagement on its discussion paper setting out its latest thinking on climate change and proposed climate change principles published in July 2025.
Uisce Éireann launches procurement for €7bn+ euro Greater Dublin Drainage and Water Supply Project
Uisce Éireann has announced a major procurement milestone with the launch of the Pre Qualification Questionnaires (PQQ) for both the Greater Dublin Drainage (GDD) project and the Water Supply Project, Eastern and Midlands Region (WSP) respectively.
Anglian Water set to progress work on flagship strategic pipeline project next week
Anglian Water is getting ready to carry out more work near Brigg for its flagship Strategic Pipeline project next week.
Scottish Water set to start work on £6 million project to improve water quality
Scottish Water is to begin work on a £6 million project to improve water quality and reduce sewer related debris entering a Midlothian water course.
House of Lords Committee to quiz Water Minister on drought preparedness in England
The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee will hear evidence in person next week from Emma Hardy MP, Minister for Water and Flooding at Defra, when it concludes its current inquiry into drought preparedness in England and the Government’s drought response processes.
Pennon Group creates new Chief Asset Officer role to strengthen long-term resilience and performance
Pennon has today announced the appointment of Ian Christie, currently Managing Director - Water Services, Capital Delivery and Asset Planning at Dwr Cymru Welsh Water, to a newly created role of Chief Asset Officer (CAO) for Pennon Group.
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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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