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Water UK has responded to the Environment Agency's State of the Environment report

Reports out today from the Environment Agency show that pollution incidents from water companies are falling while the quality of our water environment continues to rise.

Water UK has responded to the publication of the Government's Environment Plan.

Water UK Chief Executive, Michael Roberts, has responded to the Environment Agency's Environmental Performance Assessment.

Water UK is supporting the #RainDownTheDrain campaign this week to help ensure that the fantastic achievements for our water environment aren't damaged.

The water industry is ready to take forward the measures in the new Water Act which will bring long-term benefits to customers and the environment.

The European Commission is considering measures to control the levels and types of pharmaceuticals and chemicals in the environment and water. The Commission believes there could be risks to public health, although there is currently no robust scientific data about how serious the risks are. Water UK is concerned that the Commission could decide more stringent sewerage treatment is the answer, which could lead to substantial extra costs for companies and customers.

Water UK Chief Executive, Michael Roberts, had responded to the publication of the Government's Environment Plan

Information published by the Environment Agency for households and businesses with septic tanks and small sewage treatment plants.

Water companies in England are fully on board with the reform programme proposed by industry regulator Ofwat and the Government’s ambitious environmental agenda, as companies look to boost trust in the sector and enhance their role in working in the public interest.