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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
How to account for VAT if you’re a contractor or subcontractor installing energy-saving materials and grant-funded heating equipment.
What you must do to prevent water pollution when you manage organic manures, manufactured fertiliser, soil and livestock.
Statement to the House of Commons outlining the government response to the Independent Water Commission's final report.
How to meet the general binding rules if your septic tank or small sewage discharge treatment plant releases (discharges) waste water to a surface water.
What to do if you’re about to be flooded and during flooding: who to contact, how to stay safe, how to report a problem.
If you abstract water or plan to, you may need to apply for an abstraction licence.
Serious pollution incidents up 60% in 2024 from previous year
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.
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