Water companies fines invested in restoration fund

Up to £11 million in fines and penalties from water companies will be directed into a new Water Restoration Fund, announced by Environment Secretary

Increase in abuse against water workers linked to sewage dumping

A GMB survey of nearly 1,300 water workers reveals that over half report increased abuse, including machete attacks and deliberate sewage splashing

Robots dive deep, making waves in weather forecasting

The National Oceanography Centre and the Met Office collaborate to utilise underwater gliders in the North Sea, aiming to improve weather forecasting accuracy

Southern Water fined £330k as sewage spill kills 2,000 fish

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

Severn Trent faces £2m fine for River Trent pollution incident

An investigation found that the water supplier had inadequate contingency plans, including a major pump being out of action for 52 days

One in five UK adults still flush wet wipes

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

Ofwat pressures water firms on environmental pledges

The water regulator has urged water companies to demonstrate their commitment to better service and environmental improvements in the next 12 months

Water suppliers seek £156 bill increase

UK water companies seek approval for a £156 annual bill increase by 2030 to fund upgrades and address sewage issues

Government criticised over lack of social tariffs

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

Consultation launched on unlimited fines to target worst polluters

The Environment Agency has launched an eight-week consultation on removing the £250,000 cap on penalties for environmental offences