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Weekly reports on rainfall and river flow in England for the last 3 months.
The latest update on monitored groundwater levels and whether there are any groundwater alerts or warnings in force.
Current situation Groundwater levels started to increase sharply for a…
1. Current situation Groundwater levels rose sharply in January and…
Summary reports on dry weather and drought in England and how it affects public water supply, agriculture, energy and the environment.
Developed an approach to quantify the amount of nitrogen that is at risk of being lost by leaching to groundwater each year from a variety of sectors.
The evidence of faecal contamination, sources of contamination and control measures.
Monthly local reports on rainfall, soil moisture deficit, river flows, groundwater levels and reservoir levels.
Monthly reports on rainfall, soil moisture deficit, river flows, groundwater levels and reservoir levels.
Investigates changes in phosphorus concentrations and river health in England since 1980.
This project used hydrological models and climate projections to investigate how the water quality of English estuaries may be impacted by climate change.
Explores methods to determine the naturally occurring ‘background’ concentration of metals in rivers polluted by abandoned metal mines.
A report setting out a timeline of how the drought developed through 2025 in England.
Developed thresholds for water for several per- and poly fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
Reports on environmental risks and opportunities by river basin district to inform the development of river basin management plans (RBMPs).
Current and future issues for drinking waters, with a review of current measures to address the challenges.
Monitoring reports showing if designated bathing waters in England meet regulatory standards and how they've been classified.
The sources of PFOS and pathways into the environment, the amounts in the water environment and restrictions of use.
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