This report explores the current landscape of the water sector, health and hydration science.
Publications
Groundwater protection for unconventional oil and gas extraction
Water UK considers that a risk-based approach should be taken to the protection of groundwater resources whereby risks are identified and assessed, and then appropriate, measured actions taken to mitigate the impacts on the environment and public health.
Information, guidance & standards
Provision of water mains – best practice guidelines for the production of estimates, quotations and terms
The purpose of this best practice guideline is to explain the means by which water mains may be provided for new development and set out the information that water companies should provide developers and Self Lay organisations (SLOs) when responding to requests for mains to service new development.
Publications
Water UK response to the DCLG planning consultation
Water companies must be made statutory consultees in the planning process for applications relating to unconventional and oil gas development.
Publications
Water UK response to consultation on 'Continuation of essential supplies on insolvency'
Water UK has responded to an insolvency service consultation on the continuation of essential supplies, which could include water, to insolvent businesses.
Publications
Response to EU Quality of Drinking Water consultation
The public drinking water supply is the cornerstone of our public health.
Publications
Private water supplies
Water UK supports the ambition of water regulators in the UK to strive to improve the quality of drinking water provided by private water supplies.
News
Discover Water update with 2018/19 figures
News
Water you thinking? Brits way off on daily usage
News
Everyone encouraged to save water at end of summer holidays
Views
We can all do our bit to save water and help the environment
News
Water UK response to thaw of snow and ice
Water UK has responded to reports of multiple burst pipes caused by the thaw of snow and ice.