Thames Water provides update on activities since introduction of hosepipe ban in July
Thames Water has today provided an update on activities since it first announced the introduction of a Temporary Use Ban (hosepipe ban) which came into effect on 22nd July for parts of its network in the Thames Valley including in Swindon and in areas of Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Berkshire and Wiltshire.
Scottish Water takes water by boat to keep Skerries islet in water supply
One of Scotland’s most easterly points has successfully been kept in water supply after a period of low rainfall affecting water reserves on the islet. Skerries, an archipelago of three islands, is the most easterly outpost that is part of Shetland, making it one of the most remote places in Scotland.
Yorkshire Water begins work on £750k project to protect Dunkirk Beck and the river Worth during drought
Yorkshire Water has begun a project between two of its reservoirs to provide protection for Dunkirk Beck and the river Worth during the county’s drought, which was declared by the Environment Agency on 12 June this year.
Uisce Éireann adopts 25 year Water Services Strategic Plan 2050
Uisce Éireann has announced that its Water Services Strategic Plan 2050 (WSSP 2050) has been approved by the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage James Browne TD and subsequently adopted by the Uisce Éireann Board.
Southern Water launches “You Save, We’ll Pay’ incentive scheme for Hampshire and Isle of Wight businesses
Southern Water is launching its “You Save, We’ll Pay’ incentive scheme for businesses across Hampshire and Isle of Wight – the scheme will start on Friday 1 August 2025.
Jersey Water brings desal plant into operation to boost water supplies
Jersey Water has begun using its desalination plant to bolster the Island’s water reserves, which are currently lower than average for the time of year.
Welsh Water thanks customers for helping protect water supplies amid ongoing dry conditions
Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water is thanking its customers for helping protect water supplies this summer following the driest spring in over 100 years, confirming that most of its reservoirs are in a healthy position.
Yorkshire Water thanks customers as water usage drops 100 million litres
Yorkshire Water has thanked customers for putting the hosepipes away, using water wisely and continuing to report leaks over the hot weekend.
Environment Agency declares drought status for West and East Midlands
The Environment Agency has declared drought status for the West Midlands and East Midlands following the driest spring in 132 years.
Affinity Water launches early market engagement for £425 million Grand Union Canal Transfer scheme
Affinity Water has today launched an early market engagement exercise for its proposed £510 million (inc VAT) Grand Union Canal Transfer scheme - the capex scheme is crucial to securing future water supply for Affinity Water customers in the Southeast of England.