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Drought is causing significant environmental impacts, with Atlantic salmon, hedgehogs and garden birds struggling
Drought permits allow Yorkshire Water to conserve water in reservoirs and secure public drinking water supplies.
Pilot project tests water quality daily in Shrewsbury and Ludlow. Wild swimmers can access real-time water quality data through app launched last week.
The Environment Agency has issued a drought permit that will allow Yorkshire Water to reduce how much water is released from the Grimwith Reservoir.
Cheekily named boat is one of three more unregistered vessel prosecutions. Heavy costs give stark warning to non-registered boat owners on the river.
Five areas remain in drought with six more in prolonged dry weather
Environment Agency investigation discovers drainage water pollution from runway discharge. Airport pleads guilty to charges of breaching environmental permits.
Statement to the House of Commons outlining the government response to the Independent Water Commission's final report.
Ofwat to be abolished and a new, single, powerful regulator to be established to cut water pollution in England’s rivers, lakes and seas, and protect families from massive bill hikes
Environment Secretary Steve Reed to establish consumer champion with legal powers as part of 'root and branch' reform
Environment Secretary Steve Reed sets out the government's initial response to the Independent Water Commission final report, led by Sir Jon Cunliffe.
Chair of the Independent Water Commission spoke at the London Museum of Water & Steam
Sir Jon Cunliffe publishes final recommendations
Serious pollution incidents up 60% in 2024 from previous year
Following the driest spring in 132 years, Environment Agency steps up operational response.
National Drought Group steps up operational response and asks people to play their part in managing the drought and use water wisely
Secretary of State for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs delivered a speech at the Water UK Skills Summit hosted at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre
Environment Agency investigation into sewage treatment plant at Clehonger. Water company admits exceeding permitted levels of ammonia 7 times in a year.
New analysis reveals largest budget for Environment Agency’s water regulation in history
Uplifts to Guaranteed Service Standard Scheme will result in up to tenfold increase for customer compensation when they've been failed by water companies
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