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Keeping Us Connected: Portsmouth battles the clock on Covid-19 test site

Portsmouth Water's Bob Taylor explains how the company has connected a coronavirus testing centre during and shown the community-centric values at the heart of everyone in the business. He highlights key members of the team who worked around the clock to deliver the project.

5 years ago

Wholesalers say retailers should bridge liquidity gap

Water UK, on behalf of wholesalers, has told Ofwat that water retailers should pay 70 per cent of wholesale charges to ensure liquidity remains in the market. As part of Ofwat's consultation to find an enduring solution during coronavirus the group urged the regulator to avoid any moves that could disrupt the market's stability.

5 years ago

Submissions invited on CMA appeals

The CMA has asked for submissions relating to the redetermination of business plans for Anglian, Bristol, Northumbrian and Yorkshire. Customers, the water sector and other stakeholders are all invited to comment.

5 years ago

Increased consumption could be ‘tipping point’ for water capacity

The public health advice to wash hands for 20 seconds to help protect against coronavirus could mean additional water consumption of 10 litres per day for every person in the UK, an expert has claimed. Waterscan’s Barry Millar said this will cause serious problems for water-stressed parts of the UK if lockdown is extended into the summer.

5 years ago

Tideway resumes work

Work has resumed on the Thames Tideway project this week after drilling was paused due to the coronavirus outbreak. Meanwhile, the company behind the project has been awarded a 74 ESG score by S&P, highlighting the environmental benefits of the finished project.

5 years ago

Water retailers ‘need clarity’ over coronavirus measures

Changes made by Ofwat and MOSL to support the water retail market and protect customers from bills during lockdown contain ambiguities and need urgent clarification, according to Castle Water's chief executive.

6 years ago

‘No intention’ to furlough staff across major water firms

Major water companies across the UK have announced they do not expect to furlough staff as their teams continue to carry out essential works for the water and sewerage networks.

6 years ago

More than 5,000 apply for NHS water rebate

6 years ago

Thames’ parent company downgraded

6 years ago

Northumbrian to CMA: We see a different future to Ofwat

Northumbrian has urged the CMA to listen to the "crystal clear" message from its customers to let it invest in resilience and proactively combat the impacts of climate change. Chief executive Heidi Mottram talks us through the Statement of Case defending the original plan.

6 years ago

Targeting ‘hidden habits’ could unlock water efficiency gains

6 years ago

Yorkshire Water tenders for £800m contract

Yorkshire is tendering for £800 million worth of contracts including an innovation fund to encourage bids that develop new technologies while minimising disruption for customers

6 years ago

Waterwise extends Checkmark scheme

To showcase the best practices of community groups engaged with water efficiency programmes, Waterwise has extended its Checkmark scheme. It will target water companies that want to highlight the work they undertake to encourage better water habits to apply for the accreditation.

6 years ago

Anglian to CMA: Listen to our customers and let us invest now

The four water companies appealing to the CMA have submitted their grounds for requesting a redetermination. As part of a short series Utility Week will explore each of their Statements of Case and the reasons for not accepting Ofwat’s final determinations. In this piece, we examine the arguments from Anglian.

6 years ago

Blockages add pressure to key workers

At a time when workforces are under increased pressure and restricted working conditions, sewage workers are forced to deal with thousands of extra sewer blockages caused by households flushing kitchen rolls, wet wipes and newspaper down the toilet.

6 years ago

Waterwise: Emotional connection key to changing water habits

6 years ago

Coronavirus uncertainty delays CMA appeals

6 years ago

Government agenda to reduce water demand ineffective, report shows

The government has failed to do all it could to make water efficiency a central part of the climate change debate and the country will face water scarcity within the next 30 years if action is not taken now, according to a report on demand and supply management from the National Audit Office, which sets out recommendations to Defra, EA and Ofwat.

6 years ago

The big challenge of small changes

6 years ago

Think local to support customers to reduce water use

As part of our Mind the Tap series, consultant Edward Mallam gives his view on why "blanket communications" have so far failed to land the water efficiency message with the public. He argues that water companies must adopt a much more localised approach and involve customers and stakeholders in the conversation.

6 years ago