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Defra's plan to clean up our waters and ensure a plentiful supply for the future.
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.
External quality assessment (EQA) of water microbiology.
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.
The laboratory provides diagnostic microbiological testing services for the examination of food, water and environmental samples.
Formerly part of M18, how to prepare and interpret analytical quality control (AQC) charts to verify the performance of your monitoring method.
Application form to reduce the amount of water on an existing abstraction licence.
How to assess a planning application when there are water voles on or near a proposed development site.
Paper and cardboard production can cause significant pollution. This guide describes industry responsibilities for preventing pollution.
Information about the Coombe mine water treatment scheme in Cornwall, England.
Ministerial direction to water and sewerage undertakers and water supply licences in England and Wales.
How to complete a water discharge return.
Where to install your meter, checking it's accurate, how often to check it and the records you must keep.
A manual for small to medium-sized water utilities in Africa and similar settings
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