Three articles – two new Dickon Howell’s blog and the link to the important IEEP report which set out the implications of departing the EU 1.IEEP: The potential policy and environmental consequences for the UK of a departure from the European Union In their report this March, The potential policy and environmental consequences for the UK of […]
Defra & EA: ‘A new flood protection plan to protect Cumbrian communities for generations has been presented by Floods Minister Rory Stewart (30 June). The Cumbria Flood Action Plan sets out the short-term actions that will see 4,300 homes in the region better protected, as well as the long-term actions that will see local organisations […]
Water Briefing ‘Richard Laikin, Water Sector Leader, Power & Utilities at PricewaterhouseCoopers, explores opportunities for transformation of the UK water industry. Scenarios explore the future The water industry will undergo profound changes in the coming years, driven by a progressive regulatory agenda, climate change, changing customer attitudes and the deployment of digital technology. Companies must deal […]
Two articles on devaluing expert opinion and the use of denial language during the Brexit campaign. New Scientist Stefan Rousseau/PA/Press Association ‘Trying to change someone’s mind by giving them the facts usually just makes them dig in. For reason to triumph, scientists need to learn to engage with emotion. HOWEVER you feel about the result […]
BBC: European Investment Bank EIB – investment in UK renewables and water infrastructure The fallout from last week’s vote to leave the European Union is rattling business and finance, far and wide. One aftershock is being felt at the European Investment Bank. The EIB is owned by the 28 member states of the EU. The […]
No surprise by the delay of the 25 year plan but no clarity over how Defra will proceed. Strange timing for the Environment Agency to come out with its 5 year plan. Defra Delays Its 25-Year Environment Plan CIWM Posted on 6 July 2016 by Ben Wood ‘Defra has informed the industry that its 25 […]
The reactions are becoming more considered. Three viewpoints: Cathryn Ross Chief Executive Ofwat on Brexit – Keynote opening address – Water & Wastewater markets, short and long term challenges Richard Laikin PwC Water Sector Leader, Power & Utilities at PricewaterhouseCoopers – Investment in infrastructure and regulation Nick Mahlo – Aldersgate Group UK should seek to […]
28 June 2016 ‘The Science and Technology Committee has decided to examine the implications and opportunities of leaving the EU for science and research. The Chair of the Science and Technology Committee has also written to the Chancellor of the Exchequer to highlight Brexit issues for science and research in the UK that should be addressed […]