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19 Feb 2026

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Image description: A wide view of a lake, grass and mountains in Cockermouth Cumbria. Photo by Joy Roxas on Unsplash Discovery and investigation of ‘toxic pollution hotspots’  The Guardian has exclusively revealed a number of ‘toxic pollution hotspots’ has been uncovered across Cumbria and Lancashire, with high levels of the banned cancer-causing “forever chemical” Pfos detected in rivers and groundwater at 25 sites.  Pfos is a type of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (Pfas), […]

19 Feb 2026

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Proposals include first ever designated bathing spot on River Thames Image description: The river Thames flowing under Tower Bridge, with heavy boat traffic. Photo by: Pietro de Grandi, Unsplash   The government has proposed 13 new designated swimming locations, including the first ever official bathing spot in London’s River Thames.  Achieving designated status means these locations will undergo regular water quality testing by […]

12 Feb 2026

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 Photo by RDNE Stock project: https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-working-on-documents-7821540/    The Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors (Chartered IIA) has urged the UK Government to address what it sees as a significant governance gap in the water sector, warning that the lack of any regulatory requirement for internal audit in England and Wales is contributing to ongoing operational failures.  In a letter to […]

12 Feb 2026

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Photo by Matej Bizjak / Pexels   Natural England has approved England’s first unrestricted wild beaver releases, with four Eurasian beavers introduced to Cornwall Wildlife Trust’s Helman Tor reserve and additional releases planned across the UK – marking a watershed moment for nature recovery 400 years after the species’ extinction in the UK. The Helman […]

12 Feb 2026

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Image description: Overlapping pound notes. Image by Pixabay   A Guardian exclusive has reported ministers are planning to close legal loopholes surrounding bans on water boss bonuses, after legislation brought in last year was reportedly ‘outwitted’ and failing firms continue to pay millions to executives. Attempted ban The previous environment secretary Steve Reed attempted to […]

05 Feb 2026

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Photo by Mukesh Sharma on Unsplash   Government plans increased testing for ‘forever chemicals’ The UK government has launched the first-ever national PFAS plan to tackle so-called ‘forever chemicals’, which have prompted environmental and health concerns. Introducing the plan, Emma Hardy, the Minister for Water and Flooding, said PFAS posed “a long-term challenge for not […]

05 Feb 2026

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Image description: Aerial photo of a water treatment works. Photo by Bob Brewer on Unsplash   Thames Water is moving closer to a multibillion-pound rescue deal with its lenders according to Sky News, that would ultimately keep the utility out of temporary public ownership. Industry sources have told Sky News that a creditor group holding […]

05 Feb 2026

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Image description: A river running through a lush green forest at Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, Wrexham. Photo by Sebastian Herrmann on Unsplash   The Welsh government has unveiled plans for a fundamental reset of the nation’s water system, including a new standalone regulator to replace Ofwat in Wales, national infrastructure planning and tougher controls on sewage sludge […]