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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鈥檚 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
Following the driest spring in 132 years, Environment Agency steps up operational response.
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.
Uplifts to Guaranteed Service Standard Scheme will result in up to tenfold increase for customer compensation when they've been failed by water companies
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鈥檚 ambition to build 1.5 million homes.聽
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鈥檚 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鈥檚 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.
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