Anna Walker's independent review of water charging for Defra tells authorities that they need more than just technical expertise to satisfy customers and the public, writes Barrie Clarke Read more
Sewer and pipeline rehabilitation specialist Ferro Monk Systems, part of the Clugston Group, has completed major projects with its revolutionary, spray-applied, environmentally friendly, 100% epoxy resin coating system Ultracoat. Two of the projects took place at Spalding in Lincolnshire and Canvey Island in Essex on behalf of Anglian Water.
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Fourteen restaurants and takeaways in Chelmsford have been presented with Anglian Water's Green Ladle awards after a two-year trial to stop waste fats, oils and grease (FOG) blocking up sewers. Read more
A new approach to capturing, storing and sharing data on underground infrastructure is under way. Marc Hobell, head of public sector and utilities at Ordnance Survey, reveals the progress made so far Read more
Flooded treatment works in Cumbria meant emergency measures for United Utilities. Liam Brown, admin manager for ABB Motor Service's partner Central Electrical, reveals how one wastewater plant was helped Read more
United Utilities (UU) is facing mass legal action as a result of November's floods in Cumbria. The Cambrian legal firm KJ Commons & Co is acting for clients who believe they have a valid claim against UU. The action has come to light following concern over United Utilities' operation of Thirlmere Reservoir. Read more
Humans, says CIWEM executive director Nick Reeves, are not the point or purpose of the planet. We need to believe in a new way of living - and our goal should be a more equitable world Read more
A new inlet works designed by Haigh Engineering is being trialled at Severn Trent Water's sewage plant in Bakewell, Derbyshire. Maureen Gaines reports on how the system is reducing screenings Read more
A rise in brownfield developments has increased the use of barrier piping. Even with the right pipes, however, contamination is still a risk from poor installation, says Richard Graty of GPS PE Pipe Systems Read more
A serious flooding incident is a sure fire way of getting surface water management on to the front pages. WWT editor Natasha Wiseman took a trip to Blackpool to find out what is needed from the industry's experts Read more
The sudden announcement that David Owens, chief executive of Thames Water, has stepped down has taken the industry by surprise. In the announcement on 30 November, Owens said, "After leading the turnaround of Thames Water for the last three years, I am now looking forward to my next challenge." Read more
When heavy rainfall on the Isle of Man threatened to cause a pollution incident along the River Laxey, the value of CIPP lining technology was proved once again. Read more
Now is the time to improve the way that drainage projects are designed, specified and installed. And collaboration is key to helping the UK cope better with changing weather patterns and new legislation, says Dr Jason Shingleton. Read more
When Morrison Utility Services wants to get important health and safety messages across to its workforce, humorous cartoons can prove a quick and effective method. Read more
Sustainable drainage systems could play a vital role in a range of water management uses. But the Flood & Water Management Bill going through Parliament is just not recognising their potential, says Bob Sargent. Read more
A recent Panorama programme highlighted the need for greater investment in Britain's CSO infrastructure. But, as Chris Day and Alex Stephenson report, tackling pollution hotspots is not as hard or as expensive as some people believe.
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Possible legal action being taken against United Utilities over the severe flooding in Cumbria is part of a growing pattern. And with utility companies' obligations set to be increased, the outlook is for more and more litigation. Dean Stiles reports. Read more
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