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WWF want further action on Dogger Bank protected status
WWF has welcomed Defra’s announcement to designate the Dogger Bank as a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) under the EC Habitats Directive - but want the Government to take further action.
Water industry calls for Government to act on bad debt and affordability
MPs focused on future flood and water management legislation last week as they debated the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Select Committee’s recent report - and the government’s response to it.
On the brink: Conservationists say UK rivers still suffering
Last week the Environment Agency released a list of the ten most improved rivers in England and Wales. Conservationists have criticised the report saying it presents a rosy view of river health and ignores the many waterways struggling with pollution, over abstraction and other threats.
Business leaders call for Government to increase infrastructure spending
The Government must act now to attract vital new investment into the UK’s ageing infrastructure, according to a new report from the CBI and KPMG.
Hydro International – order book doubles but AMP5 delays continue
Hydro International’s interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2011 demonstrate that the wastewater treatment company has enjoyed strong revenue growth during the period, while its order book has nearly doubled.
Engineers say infrastructure growth opportunity must not be missed
The imminent second edition of the National Infrastructure Plan (NIP 2), must map out how to stimulate £200 billion of private investment in UK transport and energy networks if infrastructure is to deliver as a key strand in the strategy for growth, according to the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).
New strategy to save and protect England’s wildlife
A plan to create better habitats and join up the homes of some of England’s most iconic wildlife has been published today by Environment Secretary Caroline Spelman.
Dairy sets 25% water use reduction target by 2015
Robert Wiseman Dairies, one of the UK's largest milk suppliers, has set itself a target of reducing water use across its network of dairies by 25% by 2015.
Chinese consumers would pay 3% of annual income to improve water quality
A new research paper published by the World Bank suggests that consumers in China would be willing to pay up to 3% of their annual income continuously over a five year period to improve water quality. It could also provide some useful pointers on issues the water companies will need to address in the stakeholder engagement Ofwat now wants them to undertake in the upcoming AMP6 business planning process.
Anglian starts £1.5M reservoir project
Anglian Water is due to start work later this month on a £1.5 million scheme to renovate an underground reservoir in Ipswich.
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Future Water Networks November 2026 kicks off with AMP8 Year in Water review
The Future Water Association’s annual Networks November event kicked off last week with a Year in Water Review – a recap on the past year and what it means for the sector going forward. -
South West Water explores new approach to sludge dewatering in UK-first municipal trial
South West Water has hosted the first municipal trial of the Fournier Rotary Press in the UK, assessing its potential to improve sludge dewatering performance and support future biosolids standards. -
Uniwater strengthens its UK presence with acquisition of Hy‑Ram Engineering
Uniwater has acquired Hy-Ram Engineering, a specialist in tooling, products and hire for the water sector, based in Mansfield, England. -
Enpure Ltd and Clean TeQ Water Ltd in new collaboration for Moving Bed Ion Exchange-based nutrient removal
Enpure Ltd and Clean TeQ Water Ltd have announced a collaboration agreement to bring Clean TeQ Water's Moving Bed Ion Exchange-based nutrient removal technologies to water utilities across the UK.
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Southern Water showcases last footage inside Yew Hill Reservoir before filling
Southern Water has released film and images showing what it’s like to walk inside Hampshire’s expanded Yew Hill underground reservoir for the very last time, before it gets filled with water. -
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. -
United Utilities accelerates investment to reduce spills from storm overflows across Northwest
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