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Defra's plan to clean up our waters and ensure a plentiful supply for the future.
Actions the government and others are taking to manage the risk of surface water flooding.
Setting out how the government will reform the way we manage water abstraction, to protect the environment and improve access to water.
Advises on how planning can ensure water quality and the delivery of adequate water and wastewater infrastructure.
The standard licence conditions for inclusion in water supply and sewerage licences to be issued by Ofwat.
For water companies in England and Wales to use for developing their water resources management plan. Also relevant to those producing regional plans.
Find out when to prepare a water cycle study for your proposed development plan document, or development, and what to focus on.
The SWMP guidance has been written for local authorities to assist them as they co-ordinate and lead local flood risk management activities.
Government to consult on largest ever rollout of new bathing water sites.
Water company inspections will more than quadruple as the government cracks down on poor performing companies.
Water companies and individuals urged to focus on preserving water now to get ahead of future dry spells
This document explains how water companies make sure they can provide a secure supply of water to homes and businesses in their area.
Product Safety Report for Diesel Van-Mounted Hot Water System presenting a high risk of asphyxiation.
What you must do to manage manure, fertiliser and soil to prevent runoff, erosion and leaching.
How to meet the general binding rules if your septic tank or small sewage discharge treatment plant releases (discharges) waste water to a surface water.
When you need an environmental permit to discharge liquid effluent or waste water to surface water or the ground, and how to apply.
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