In November 2017, Ofwat published a new “Code” which amended the regulatory regime for all water companies which operate wholly or mainly in England.
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HBF and Water UK publish building protocol
Water UK and the Home Builders Federation (HBF) have agreed a protocol regarding water infrastructure in contaminated land.
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Codes for adoption
… into effect on 1 April 2020. The Design and Construction Guidance element of the arrangements has changed since … change proposal Water adoption panel website Information, guidance & standards Water Sector Guidance – approved documents dump …
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Ofwat approve water industry plans to adopt sewerage assets
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Developer services work on charging and planning
In July Water UK began quarterly reporting of water company performance against regulatory and industry targets in relation to services provided to developers. The aim of this work is to drive up companies’ performance in the provision of these services. This quantitative approach is likely to be complemented in the near future with customer satisfaction measuring.
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Love water not plastic
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Sustainable drainage
Rainwater is a major cause of storm overflow activation and flood risk
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Water companies are here to help this winter
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For developers
… For developers For developers Technical guidance for developers and the supply chain Developer … Board aims to facilitate innovative specifications and guidance that predate or compliment BS or EN standards' … on occupational health and safety, including policies and guidance designed to prevent accidents through clear …
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Water companies maintain high standards for developers
The water industry is continuing to play its part in the delivery of new homes in the UK by maintaining its high standards of services to developers. Levels of service performance were at 98% for water supply and 99% for sewerage for July to September 2016.
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Agriculture and water
Sarah Mukherjee, Director of Environment at Water UK, set out how EU policymakers can improve the the link between farms and water policy to protect both farmers and the environment.
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Developer Services higher standards achieved
The water industry is helping to speed up the building of new homes by meeting its recently introduced standards for providing a range of services to developers over 95% of the time.