Water UK

An official plan for water resources calls for cooperation but proposes controversial and unproven solutions.

The supply of water is among the major contributions made by the land to UK wellbeing and prosperity, according to a comprehensive report published today by Foresight, the government's future think tank.

News: Water companies have been reporting at least a two- or three-fold increase in leakage activity compared to a normal winter. However, companies were geared up to ensure there was no significant impact on service.

News: With no imminent drought, all companies bettering their targets and levels around 35% lower than 10 years ago, its not surprising that leakage is out of the headlines.

News: The Water UK metering symposium provided a lively and timely debate around one of the hottest policy issues.

News: 10th Annual Leakage Conference Thursday 15 October, Coventry With increasing challenges ahead to maintain the sustainability of water resources in the face of climate change, demographic and behavioural changes, cost-effective leakage management remains a priority.

News: There are many important conclusions in the interim report from Anna Walker but, in trying to satisfy everyone, the Review risks losing some core messages.

Press release: Water UK supports Defra's Act on C02 Water Efficiency campaign, which draws everyone's attention to the benefits of using water wisely and links with reducing carbon emissions.

News: Water companies in England have received ministerial decisions on statutory water resource management plans. Some will be subject to a public hearing or inquiry.

News: Based on preliminary decisions for PR09, 2 million new meters will be installed in the next 5 years and metering will increase from 37% in 2009-10 to 49% in 2014-15 (56% in water-stressed areas).