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	UK News

Environment Agency says sorry after flood siren scare

A test firing of a flood warning siren has led to an apology from the Environment Agency after locals panicked.

UK scientists have unveiled a super powder called 'dry water' which could help tackle global warming by storing carbon dioxide

'Failing' Ofwat to be reviewed

Civil servant in hot water over utility company scandal

United Utilities lifts hose pipe ban

More than 100 mark Thames21's fifth river clean up


	World News

Water use threatens 21% of African freshwater species

At least 21% of freshwater species in continental Africa are threatened with extinction putting the livelihoods of millions of people at risk, according to the ICUN Red List of Threatened Species.

A UK waste treatment company is celebrating the completion of its first sludge treatment unit in China.

BP making progress on well plug

330,000 Chinese make way for giant dam

Actor Art Malik to launch Pakistan flood appeal

Waste threatens China's Three Gorges Dam

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	European News

Ennis to begin flood defence work

Construction began this morning (August 9) on flood prevention work in parts of Ireland severely affected by high water.

Following months of water shortages across the country the Irish Government is pouring additional funding into water management.

Euro 540 million Irish eco-park could solve water needs

Dutch open World's largest backwash plant

Harsh water restrictions for County Clare

Water restrictions again as Irish supplies run low


	Press Releases

Introducing a unique modern solution in access covers which outperforms rival materials in terms of safety, security and whole-life costs

Tightening budgets and the growth in traffic density is placing an ever-increasing strain on our highways. Those responsible for our road infrastructure are being forced to stretch their financial and operational resources to the absolute limits in order to meet their road building and maintenance t

Adventus Group, a global remediation technology enterprise, announces that it has signed an agreement for establishment of a joint venture (JV) with S&B Industrial Minerals.

Energy efficient water treatment: the ACWA approach

Intelligent Pump Cleaning Cuts Maintenance At Irish Pumping Station

Haigh Look Positively Towards A Strong Amp Period With Secured Frameworks And Innovations In Place

Recycling & Waste Management Exhibition Features Over 40 Free Seminars

Burkert Moves to Maximise Opportunities in Key Markets with Appointment of Fluid Controls as South East Distributor


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