Tough new legal duties on water companies to cut pollution come into force today
Water companies are now legally required to produce annual pollution reduction plans for the first time, using detailed instructions published today - failure to publish plans will be a criminal offence for companies and their CEOs.
South East Water EFRA Committee seeks urgent response from company Chair on yesterday's evidence session
House of Commons EFRA Committee Chair Alistair Carmichael MP has written to Chris Train, Chair of South East Water, to urgently seek clarity regarding evidence that was given to MPs yesterday.
House of Lords ECC Committee explores agricultural impact of drought in current inquiry
The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee is continuing its inquiry into drought preparedness in England by exploring the impact of drought on the agricultural sector and opportunities to increase resilience.
House of Commons EFRA Committee to quiz South East Water Chief and drinking water regulator over Tunbridge Wells supply failure
The House of Commons Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee will quiz the South East Water Chief and head of the Drinking Water Inspectorate next week over the Tunbridge Wells supply failure as part of its ongoing inquiry into reforming the water sector.
Landmark Planning and Infrastructure Bill becomes law
The government's landmark Planning and Infrastructure Bill aimed at accelerating housebuilding and critical infrstructure delivery has now become law following Royal Assent on 18 December 2025.
Government says 2025 saw biggest reforms in a decade for water sector
The government says that 2025 has been a landmark year of action on water, with the biggest reforms in a decade and decisive action taken to reset the water sector, strengthen regulation and drive long-term investment.
Ofwat consults on regulatory reporting for the 2025-26 reporting year of AMP8
Ofwat has launched a new consultation on regulatory reporting for the 2025-26 reporting year of AMP8 - the consultation sets out proposed changes to the reporting requirements for companies’ annual performance reports (APRs) for 2025-26 onwards.
Ofwat confirms £11 million enforcement package to be paid by Wessex Water
Ofwat has today confirmed that Wessex Water will fund an £11 million enforcement package after the company failed to operate, maintain and upgrade its wastewater network adequately to ensure that they could cope with the flows of sewage and wastewater.
From data centres to peatland protection: MPs on EAC to hear pitches for next Committee inquiry
On Wednesday 17 December MPs on the House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee will hear pitches for the Committee’s next inquiry as it concludes its call for ideas from the public, campaigners and academic experts.
Water company execs now required to pass fit and proper person test under new Ofwat powers
Water companies will now have to assess whether appointees to board director roles, including CEOs, meet new standards for honesty and integrity, knowledge and experience, and financial soundness to carry out their responsibilities.
Environment Agency consults on South West Water request to process more sewage waste in St Mabyn, Cornwall
The Environment Agency has launched a new consultation seeking views on a request from South West Water for permission to process more sewage waste in St Mabyn, Cornwall.
MPs on Environmental Audit Committee hear from experts on impact PFAS chemicals have on water supply
MPs on the House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee will hear evidence from experts today from 2.30pm onwards about the potential risks of PFAS chemicals contaminating water and soil.
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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. -
BactoSense ID cuts wastewater and bathing water bacteria testing from days to minutes
Near-real-time microbial monitoring of wastewater discharge and bathing waters is now possible thanks to the BactoSense ID solution created by Swiss-based bNovate Technologies.
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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. -
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