UK backs tracking system to net pirate fishermen
A new system to beat illegal fishing around the world by tracking fish from the moment they are caught to when they arrive on consumers’ plates will get the backing of the UK Government today (30 April).
OFWAT calls for longer view on AMP
The five year mindset developed by the AMP framework needs to be changed for a much longer cycle, according to George Day, OFWAT’s head of capital maintenance.
Ofwat proposing £8.5m fine on United Utilities water for breaching intra-group trading rules
Ofwat today published for consultation its proposal to fine United Utilities Water £8.5 million for non-compliant trading arrangements with associate companies.
Public to air views on the future of Scotland's sewers
A vital new blueprint is being put together for builders and developers to protect Scotland’s sewer network.
Water UK appoints accreditation body for in situ lining of water mains
Water UK has appointed the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) to accredit companies wishing to be nominated certifying bodies for contractors carrying out in situ lining of water mains.
Severn Trent announces 600 job cuts
Water Authority Severn Trent revealed yesterday that it will be cutting 600 jobs over the next five years.
GMB Reaction to Announcement Of 600 Job Cuts At Severn Trent Water
GMB to make representation to Government over water companies treating OFWAT as a paper tiger.
The biggest environmental crime in the UK?
Defra’s Hosepipe consultation – Thames Water’s response
Hosepipe ban rules to be updated
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IED compliance – using automated sliding floodgates to support secondary containment at water and sewerage company sites
Ray Moulds, Sales Director at Flood Control International, takes a look at how automated sliding floodgates are supporting secondary containment at water and sewerage company sites. -
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.
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