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For the first time, over 1.2 million ‘eligible’ non-household customers in England can choose their water supplier (from 3 April 2017).
The differences between the 3 types of bottled water, and what bottled water is exempt from the rules.
How to register as a producer, and the rules you must follow to produce and market bottled drinking water.
How to register as a spring water producer, and the rules you must follow to produce and market spring water.
Rules for local authorities to follow when registering a premises to produce bottled drinking water, or carrying out ongoing checks.
How to apply to the Environment Agency to trade water abstraction rights with another party.
Guidance for non-water company abstraction licence holders affected by prolonged dry weather and drought.
As a business, you'll have to pay for any water you use, and for the drainage of water and any effluent (liquid waste) you produce
How to apply to the Environment Agency for a water abstraction or impounding licence.
How to meet the general binding rules or apply for a permit if you have a septic tank or treatment plant - fees, application forms and exceptions
The CMA has found Pennon’s purchase of Sumisho Osaka Gas Water UK (including its subsidiary Sutton and East Surrey Water), could harm Ofwat’s ability to make comparisons between water companies and carry out its statutory functions.
Official Government Buying Standards (GBS) for performance standards of water consumption rates for systems that use water.
Find out about buying a home through shared ownership. Read about who can apply, costs, paying rent, buying more shares and repairing and selling your home.
Apply for a licence to carry out work that may affect water voles. Find out if you need to pay for the licence and how to report your actions.
How to manage water use, levels, drainage and irrigation, and avoid pollution from waste water and sheep dip.
You need a licence to supply water to non-household premises in England and Wales
How to buy a home: preparing to buy, deciding on a home, making offers, conveyancing, paying Stamp Duty Land Tax and making complaints.
New eco-labels to will help save consumers money on their energy and water bills.
Practical advice to consider when purchasing a property or timeshare overseas.
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