water pollution
Up to £11 million in fines and penalties from water companies will be directed into a new Water Restoration Fund, announced by Environment Secretary
A GMB survey of nearly 1,300 water workers reveals that over half report increased abuse, including machete attacks and deliberate sewage splashing
The National Oceanography Centre and the Met Office collaborate to utilise underwater gliders in the North Sea, aiming to improve weather forecasting accuracy
The water company has been fined £330,000 after a sewage spill near Southampton resulted in the death of nearly 2,000 fish due to a pump failure
An investigation found that the water supplier had inadequate contingency plans, including a major pump being out of action for 52 days
Despite 76% of adults being aware of the environmental harm, nearly one in five admit to flushing wet wipes, contributing to pollution and costing over £200 million annually, according to a report
The water regulator has urged water companies to demonstrate their commitment to better service and environmental improvements in the next 12 months
UK water companies seek approval for a £156 annual bill increase by 2030 to fund upgrades and address sewage issues
The Industry and Regulators Committee has sent a letter to the government, highlighting concerns about various issues, including underinvestment, increasing water bills and the absence of social tariffs
The Environment Agency has launched an eight-week consultation on removing the £250,000 cap on penalties for environmental offences