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The dangers of flash flooding and how to stay safe.
How bottled water producers can get a natural mineral water recognised in England, and rules you need to follow to produce and label it.
Fund will help groups of farmers investigate how they can better manage water for use in time of drought, helping to safeguard food security.
How to register as a producer, and the rules you must follow to produce and market bottled drinking water.
Advises on how planning can ensure water quality and the delivery of adequate water and wastewater infrastructure.
How to register as a spring water producer, and the rules you must follow to produce and market spring water.
The differences between the 3 types of bottled water, and what bottled water is exempt from the rules.
What local authorities must do to grant recognition for natural mineral water and carry out ongoing checks.
Find out when to prepare a water cycle study for your proposed development plan document, or development, and what to focus on.
Find out how you can use natural options to reduce flooding in your area, who to contact for advice, and if you can get funding.
Your tap water should be clear and bright - water quality advice, reporting problems, how to complain
Guidance for non-water company abstraction licence holders affected by prolonged dry weather and drought.
How producers can get non-UK natural mineral waters recognised in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales), or get UK products recognised overseas.
Planting the right tree, in the right place, can help manage flooding, improve water quality, and support aquatic habitats. Find out more in the collection of resources below.
Formerly part of M18, technical guidance for industrial plant operators (and their contractors) who monitor effluent discharges to water and sewer.
If you abstract water or plan to, you may need to apply for an abstraction licence.
Where to install your meter, checking it's accurate, how often to check it and the records you must keep.
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