Canadian-based firm FREDsense has launched the first field-based PFAS detector delivering same-day, lab-quality results on site - until now, testing for “forever chemicals” has required weeks of lab turnaround, slowing remediation, driving up costs and leaving communities exposed.

The Mayor of Liverpool City Region Steve Rotheram has unveiled an ambitious vision setting out how the Liverpool City Region will clean up its rivers, canals and coastline, protect against flooding and maintain a reliable water supply.

Pennon Group has announced a robust start to AMP8 with a strong return to profitability in its latest trading update for the period from 1 April to 25 September 2025 - a robust liquidity position has been further enhanced by £300 million new issuance in September 2025 under its EMTN funding programme.

Thames Water has published its Procurement Specific Questionnaire for suppliers related to a spend of £840 million in 10 capital delivery projects- the next stage in the procurement process for its AMP8/9 major capital projects programme which currently has an estimated value of £5 billion which Thames separately released details about earlier this week.

Northern Ireland Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has launched a public consultation on Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) in new housing developments.

United Utilities has announced plans to improve water quality in Pennington Flash and help future proof Wigan’s sewer system as the area continues to grow.