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Water companies will now have to publish plans to reduce pollution incidents and address the use of nature-based solutions when managing wastewater.
The Government will invest water company fines into local projects across the country to clean up our rivers, lakes and seas
Developers encouraged to reduce pollution, protect communities from flooding and benefit nature as part of government’s ambition to build 1.5 million homes.
Environment Agency launches consultation on cost recovery for water company enforcement activities.
The Cambridge Waste Water Treatment Plant Relocation application has today been granted development consent by the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
New sewage data shows small drop in the number of sewage spills in 2024, but duration has increased.
Partnership unlocks 18,000 new homes whilst ensuring high standards of environmental protection, delivering change in line with Government’s plan for growth.
Minister for Water and Flooding, Emma Hardy, visited North Cave Wetlands to see how nature-based solutions help flooding.
Environment Secretary Steve Reed visited Cambridge to discuss the region’s urgent water needs.
Environment Secretary Steve Reed visited Havant Thicket reservoir, which will help future-proof water supply in the South East.
Sir Jon Cunliffe gives a speech in Manchester to launch the eight-week Call for Evidence for the Independent Water Commission.
Independent Water Commission explores fresh ideas on water sector reforms, both evolutionary and revolutionary.
The Water (Special Measures) Act 2025 has today received Royal Assent, boosting the powers of water sector regulators to tackle pollution.
Government acts decisively to force water companies to double the compensation paid to customers and businesses for service failures.
Sewage flooded into properties and thousands of fish were killed
A sewage pumping station failure killed over 2,000 fish in Melksham, with sewage from a burst rising main also killing fish near Weston-super-Mare.
Nearly 500 inspections of water company assets have happened in South West. Inspection teams continue to grow, focused on checks, enforcement, and regulation.
The UK and Welsh Governments have introduced major legislation with new powers to bring criminal charges against water executives and a ban on bonuses.
It brings together key stakeholders to enhance local and regional collaboration, communication and strengthen environmental response capabilities.
A speech by Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Steve Reed on the introduction of the Water (Special Measures) Bill to Parliament.
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