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Ruth Devine MBE becomes ECA President

1 week ago | watermagazine.co.uk | Daniel Ware

The ECA is the UK’s largest trade association representing electrical, electrotechnical and other engineering contractors in England, Wales and Northern Ireland at regional, national and European level. For the past 18 years, Ruth has been a director of award-winning contractor SJD Associates Ltd, based in Milton Keynes.
Watson-Marlow to showcase its wide range of chemical metering and dosing pumps at Water Equipment Show

1 week ago | watermagazine.co.uk | Daniel Ware

Attendees at the event will be able to learn how WMFTS peristaltic pumps can contribute to a more sustainable and efficient water and wastewater treatment process. Located at Stand F109-110, WMFTS will demonstrate its Qdos™ H-FLO chemical metering and dosing pump, the latest addition to the Qdos® range which is designed specifically for higher flow rates up to 600 L/hr with pressure capability up to 7 bar (102 psi).
Reappointment of Committee members to the Climate Change Committee

1 week ago | watermagazine.co.uk | Daniel Ware

Keith first joined the committee in 2019. He is a Chartered Engineer and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh. He has previously advised the Scottish Government, the Republic of Ireland government, Ofgem and the UK Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy on power systems issues. This reappointment took effect from 31 March 2025 and will last for three years.
New independent Customer Scrutiny Committee established to hold Southern Water to account

1 week ago | watermagazine.co.uk | Daniel Ware
Rachel Cunningham, Networks R&D Manager, Thames Water, outlines the innovative use of pipebots in rising mains

1 week ago | watermagazine.co.uk | Daniel Ware

Rachel Cunningham, Networks R&D Manager at Thames Water, the lead water company and then partner in the Pipebots for rising mains – Phase 1 and Phase 2, which received nearly £2 million funding from the Ofwat Innovation Fund, outlines how the project aims to test the use of robots in rising mains in order to identify, predict and address pipe deterioration, so that pipes don’t burst and let harmful pollutants escape.
Half of Scotland’s river catchments now at Alert for water scarcity, as SEPA asks the public to share images to help assess conditions

1 week ago | watermagazine.co.uk | Daniel Ware

The latest water situation report, published on 8th May 2025 by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA), reflects the persistent dry conditions and reduced river flows across many parts of the country. The risk of water scarcity is categorised in four levels – Early Warning, Alert, Moderate Scarcity and Significant Scarcity. The river catchments of the Nith, Dee (Galloway), Cree, Doon, Irvine and Ayr and the Clyde have been raised to Alert this week, bringing the total to 23.
Ofwat responds to the Independent Water Commission’s call for evidence

1 week ago | watermagazine.co.uk | Daniel Ware

In its official response, Ofwat confirmed the need for significant changes to the regulatory framework in order to meet the challenges the sector is currently facing and to make it fit for purpose for the future.
Consumer Council for Water says water companies must show more consistent ambition over support for vulnerable customers

1 week ago | watermagazine.co.uk | Daniel Ware

Water company vulnerability strategies will provide the roadmap detailing how companies will ensure they provide the highest standards of service and support to customers who need extra help with their water and sewerage services. CCW has worked closely with companies throughout the drafting process and subsequent refinement stages, aiming to ensure that customers are genuinely at the heart of these strategies and that the resulting plans will effectively meet people’s diverse needs.
Thames Water executives to be questioned by MPs

1 week ago | watermagazine.co.uk | Daniel Ware

While the two-hour evidence session will be wide-ranging in its scope, it will focus on Thames Water’s financial survival and ownership. Answering questions on behalf of Thames Water will be Chris Weston, CEO, Sir Adrian Montague CBE, Chair, and recently appointed CFO, Steve Buck.
Thames Water investing £400m to improve Coppermills Water Treatment Works

1 week ago | watermagazine.co.uk | Daniel Ware

The site is an integral part of Thames Water’s supply network to London, and this significant upgrade will enhance the site’s efficiency, reliability and ability to serve London’s growing population.