Impact of shale gas on water and wastewater
Water UK and its members do not support or oppose the exploitation of shale gas. As with any activity of this nature there are inherent risks.
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Publications
Surface development restrictions for hydraulic fracturing
Water UK welcomes the Government proposals forestablishing licence conditions the prevent hydraulic fracturing in wells drilled from the surface of key protected areas including high risk drinking water sources (defined as SPZ1).
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Amendment to permitted development rights for drilling boreholes for groundwater monitoring for petroleum exploration
Water UK welcomes the Government proposals to amend the scope of the permitted development rights for the drilling of boreholes associated with groundwater monitoring needs for petroleum exploration.
Information, guidance & standards
Managing through drought: code of practice and guidance for water companies on water use restrictions – 2013
Water UK and UKWIR (UK Water Industry Research) Code of Practice for water companies and stakeholders on the use of water restrictions.