Ofwat opens investigation into Albion Water about potential failures to meet regulatory requirements
Ofwat has opened an investigation into Albion Water about potential failures to meet regulatory requirements.
Scottish Water- new £371,000 solar scheme helps power fresh water for borders homes
A new solar scheme is now helping to power essential water services in the Scottish Borders - the scheme will help reduce operating costs and cut carbon emissions at the site.
Uisce Éireann launches public consultation on Draft Cork Wastewater Strategy
Uisce Éireann has published the Draft Cork Wastewater Strategy, alongside the Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) Environmental Report and Natura Impact Statement (NIS), for an eight week public consultation running to 19 March 2026.
United Utilities starts £48 million AMP8 sewer network upgrade in Moor Pool, Knutsford
United Utilities has started work on a £48 million scheme to upgrade the sewer network in Cheshire and improve water quality in Knutsford.
Environment Agency publishes AMP8 guidance on unpermitted discharges by water and sewerage companies to prevent sewer flooding
The Environment Agency has published guidance on unpermitted discharges by water and sewerage companies (WaSCs) to prevent sewer flooding and surcharging from groundwater infiltration into sewers.
Thames Water tenders £6.84 billion contract for construction of reservoir designated as Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project
Thames Water has gone out to tender today with a massive £6.84 billion (inc VAT) contract for the construction of the proposed South East Strategic Reservoir Option (SESRO) in Oxfordshire - now formally renamed as the White Horse Reservoir.
MOSL and partners to launch £3.1m water efficiency fund pilot for businesses in Cambridgeshire
MOSL is working with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) on a multi-million-pound contract to improve businesses’ water efficiency in the Cambridgeshire area.
United Utilities progresses plans for £30 million stormwater storage tank at Wavertree Park in Liverpool
United Utilities is progressing its plans to construct a £30 million underground stormwater storage tank at Wavertree Park in Liverpool and help reduce flooding in the local area.
Ofwat - Water Innovation Fund opens its doors to innovators from outside water sector via £7.5m Water Discovery Challenge
The Water Innovation Fund is opening its doors to innovators from outside the water sector to enter bold solutions to the urgent challenges facing the industry in England and Wales, as it announces the return of the £7.5 million Water Discovery Challenge.
Barhale announces senior leadership appointments as business continues to grow
Barhale has announced a number of senior leadership changes, reflecting the continued growth of the business and its commitment to developing internal talent.
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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
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