Southern Water has announced details of how it will replace a sea outfall pipe at Swalecliffe as part of a major upgrade of its wastewater treatment works.

Wessex Water is starting workthis spring on the opening stages of more than £12 million of investment towards protecting a small river on the edge of the Mendips.

Northumbrian Water is getting ready to start work on two projects that will enhance the sewer network and help to protect the environment on Teesside.

Yorkshire Water is investing £4.8 million in its Dishforth wastewater treatment work to improve water quality in the river Swale and to expand the capacity of the site.

Southern Water’s pilot project to prevent high groundwater levels inundating sewer pipes and flooding communities in an area of Hampshire has secured an 85% reduction in the need for emergency tankers.

John Halsall, Chief Operating Officer at South West Water has apologised to customers in Exmouth affected by operational issues the company has experienced in the area over the last few months.

Uisce Éireann has yet again advised customers in Trim and surrounding areas that an overnight restriction is essential to maintain a daytime supply.