New report on dire state of UK nature prompts Government to launch rapid review to meet Environment Act targets
The Government has announced a rapid review of the Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP) to be completed by the end of the year to deliver its legally binding targets to save nature.
Ofwat prioritises river water quality and environmental outcomes in forward programme for 2022-23
Ofwat is set to prioritise river water quality and environmental outcomes in the year ahead, according to its newly-published forward work programme for 2022-23.
Environment Act - Defra consults on new, long-term environmental targets
The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs and Natural England has launched a new consultation on new, long-term environmental targets announced by the government.
Wessex Water warns environment urgently needs a new way of regulating
Wessex Water is warning that water and sewerage company regulation must be revolutionised now if the Government’s 25 Year Environment Plan (25 YEP) is to meet its bold ambitions.
Environment and climate change – Anglian Water CEO Peter Simpson says cross-sectoral collaboration crucial to tackle challenges and find solutions
The past year has seen the spotlight fall on the environment and the rapidly growing impact of climate change like never before. The water sector stands ready to meet the challenge, says Anglian Water CEO Peter Simpson, but not all the answers come from within.
Government says new Environment Act will "crack down" on water companies that discharge sewage
The Environment Act has now become law – Environment Secretary George Eustice said the Act will crack down on water companies that discharge sewage into rivers, waterways and coastlines.
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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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