NI Water to face forensic audit into governance systems
NI Water is set to face a forensic audit into its governance systems - Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has informed the Northern Ireland Assembly that she has commissioned the audit which will be conducted by NICS Internal Audit Services.
Welsh Government launches Green Paper on water governance in Wales
The Welsh Government has today launched a Green Paper, Shaping the Future of Water Governance in Wales setting out its response to the recommendations and evidence of the Independent Water Commission, published in July 2025.
Ofwat opens consultation on new powers in Water Bill
Ofwat has launched a new consultation asking for the views of its stakeholders on three new rules of remuneration and governance proposed in the Water (Special Measures) Bill.
Business retail market - Ofwat moves to strengthen monitoring and oversight of financial resilience
Ofwat is asking business retailers to provide further information about their finances with the aim of strengthening its monitoring and oversight of financial resilience in the business retail market.
Ofwat orders Welsh Water to pay £40 million - investigation finds utility misreported leakage and PCC data over 5 year period
Following an investigation by Ofwat, which found Welsh Water misled customers and regulators on its performance on leakage and per capita consumption (PCC) data, the company will have to pay £40 million to benefit its customers.
Welsh Parliament - Dŵr Cymru needs to ‘up its game’ on tackling pollution
In a new report published today, the Welsh Parliament Environment Committee is calling on Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water and the Welsh Government to accelerate measures to tackle pollution in Wales’ waters.
New report says water reform must be a priority for the next government
A new report says water reform must be a priority for the next government and that it should commission a comprehensive, independent review of water management, to report within its first twelve months.
World at risk of 40% shortfall in freshwater supply by 2030, report warns
Global water experts are warning that the world is at risk of a 40% shortfall in freshwater supply by 2030, with severe shortages in water-constrained regions.
National Infrastructure Commission CEO sets out approach to surface water flooding study
James Heath, Chief Executive Officer at the National Infrastructure Commission, has set out the approach the Commission is taking to its ongoing study on surface water flooding, together with potential areas the NIC is likely to make recommendations on, including governance, performance standards and investment levels.
Welsh Water’s parent company seeks new independent members to hold Board to account
Glas Cymru, the parent company formed for the purpose of owning, financing and managing Welsh Water, is recruiting new, independent Members to hold its Board of Directors to account and help ensure high standards of corporate governance.
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ABB launches digital platform for optimizing operation of water networks
ABB has launched AquaMaster+™, a digital platform for smart water network management, designed to help water utilities monitor, analyze and manage their water networks, preventing pipeline water losses and optimizing operations. -
Safe access solutions a key requirement for water sector and other Critical Infrastructure Providers
Craig Nienaber, Business Development Manager for Safe Access Solutions (SAS) at HUBER Technology, explores why the company is seeing a growing level of interest in its safe access solutions for critical infrastructure providers, including their application in wastewater treatment assets. -
Albion Water appoints new Director of Business Development
Albion Water, the first NAV (New Appointment & Variation) to have been established in1999 and now under the ownership of SDS Water Group, has appointed Andy Holland as its new Director of Business Development. -
Webinar to explore moving indirect potable water reuse to full implementation
UK water companies are invited to join an upcoming webinar which will explore how the sector can take indirect potable reuse (IPR) from concept to full-scale operational reality.
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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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