Wessex Water - findings from industry-first wetlands in South Glos could pave way for wider water sector
Constructed wetlands could successfully deliver a natural alternative to chemically treating wastewater before it is returned to the environment, according to the findings an investigation by Wessex Water on its pioneering site at Cromhall Water Recycling Centre.
Future Water calls for major changes to OFWAT Innovation Fund
A leading UK water industry association is calling for major changes to water sector regulator’s OFWAT Innovation Fund.
Environment Agency review of emerging regional water resources plans - "environmental enhancements were variable and did not meet expectations in some places"
The Environment Agency’s review of emerging regional water resources plans says that environmental enhancements set out in the plans were variable and did not meet expectations in some places.
WIF publishes paper on Best Value Decision Making using multi-capitals approach
The Water Industry Forum has today published its latest thought leadership paper on driving best value decision making within the water sector using a multi-capitals approach.
UK water sector must prioritise supply chain resilience
The importance of supply chain resilience in the water sector was the overarching message from Baroness Brown, speaking at a British Water reception held at the House of Lords this week.
Thames21 calls on Government to act now to ban plastic in wet wipes to protect River Thames
Environmental charity Thames21 is calling on government to take immediate steps to ban plastic in wet wipes in order to help tackle this pollution ending up in the River Thames and in the wider natural environment - as it announces the results of the latest Big Wet Wipe Count.
Europe’s leading fat, oil and grease (FOG) summit to bring water and hospitality sectors together
Europe’s leading fat, oil and grease (FOG) summit will bring together the hospitality sector and the water industry to develop collaborative and sustainable solutions to keep sewer networks clear.
Environment Agency starts regular water quality testing as bathing water season begins for 2022
The bathing water season started on 15 May in England with the Environment Agency carrying out regular testing of water quality at designated bathing sites until the end of September.
Updated Water Industry National Environment Programme roadmap published
The updated roadmap for the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP) plan for long-term WINEP improvement has now been published.
Research study warns over high concentrations of microplastics in fertilisers derived from sewage sludge
A new research study has shown that farmlands across Europe are potentially the biggest global reservoir of microplastics due to the high concentrations found in fertilisers derived from sewage sludge - with the UK shown to potentially have the highest amount of microplastic contamination in its soils.
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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. -
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