Scottish Environment Protection Agency warns of ongoing pressure on river levels
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) are warning that despite rain in most of the country, current river flow monitoring shows sustained local pressure in northern catchments - with one area now at Significant Water Scarcity.
Welsh Water declares ‘Developing Drought’ status for Mid and South Ceredigion
Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water has declared ‘Developing Drought’ status for the area served by the Mid and South Ceredigion water network, due to the levels of water stored in the area’s reservoirs.
Environment Agency declares drought status for Yorkshire after driest spring in 132 years
The Environment Agency has today declared drought status in Yorkshire – the county has become the second region to enter drought status following the driest spring in 132 years.
Government funds scheme to tackle on-farm drought risk
The Environment Agency have launched applications for a new round of specialist water assessments supporting farmer groups to collaborate on drought resilience measures and delivering on the government’s commitment to food security.
Environment Agency updates guidance on how drought is managed in England
The Environment Agency has now published its updated guidance on how drought is managed in England following the conclusion of its consultation in January 2025 on its proposals to update the national drought response framework.
Environment Agency - drought declared in north-west of England
The Environment Agency has declared drought status for the north-west of England following the driest start to spring in 69 years - many reservoirs in the region are at historic low levels for the time of year.
Portsmouth Water - pipelines given planning approval for new Havant Thicket Reservoir
Proposals for a set of pipelines to serve the new Havant Thicket Reservoir in Hampshire, which is being built, and will be operated, by Portsmouth Water, have been approved by Havant Borough Council’s Planning Committee.
Yorkshire’s water use up by 60 million litres a day over weekend
Yorkshire Water is supporting Water Wise’s Water Saving Week (12 – 18 May) by reminding customers to save water where they can following a significant increase in consumption over the warm weekend.
Half of Scotland’s river catchments now at Alert for water scarcity
Scotland is experiencing growing signs of water scarcity, with half of all river catchments now at Alert status. The latest water situation report, published yesterday by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) reflects the persistent dry conditions and reduced river flows across many parts of the country.
Environment Agency steps up dry weather preparation in England.after driest spring start in 69 years
The Environment Agency is urging water companies to do more to safeguard water supplies and warning of a medium risk of drought this summer after the driest start to spring in 69 years.