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Ofwat in denial over failure to police water firms as highlighted by dip in water quality across Yorkshire

The head of Ofwat’s denial that the regulator failed to police water firms will be a surprise to customers who have seen sewage pumped into their rivers, lakes and seas. It is laughable that David Black, chief executive of Ofwat, thinks that the regulator …

Ofwat threatens ‘substantial fines’ over water companies handling of sewage flooding

Ofwat is to conduct a review of all wastewater companies’ compliance with their obligations with respect to sewer flooding incidents, after a report found that many customers feel let down by following repeated incidents of sewage flooding. by Natasha …

Inflation busting water bill increases are 'fair' says top official at industry watchdog Ofwat

Households are braced for hikes to water bills ( Image: Getty Images) A top official at water watchdog Ofwat has claimed inflation-shattering bill hikes are “fair”. Ofwat will announce next month how much water suppliers can increase prices by over the …

Ofwat looking at delivery of wastewater infrastructure as part of new ‘growth duty’ responsibilities

Ofwat will look at how the failure of water companies to deliver adequate wastewater treatment infrastructure can act as ‘a potential constraint to growth’ as part of its responsibilities to implement the new ‘growth duty’, its chief executive has told MPs …

Ofwat boss denies failing to regulate water firms despite huge debts

The head of Ofwat has denied failing to police water firms, despite admitting companies’ records on pollution “must change” and that they should not have been allowed to rack up huge debts. Speaking to the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Efra) …

Ofwat boss denies failing to regulate water firms despite huge debts

73% of bonus payments will not be paid for by customers, says Ofwat

Ofwat has announced that new rules on exec bonuses and on dividends are beginning to bite in their first full year of operation, in 2023-24 financial year. These rules require water companies to demonstrate that executive bonuses are sufficiently linked to …

Ofwat blocks water firms using customer money to pay £6.8m bosses' bonuses

Ofwat, the water regulator, has blocked nine water firms from using customer money to pay for bosses’ bonuses worth £6.8m. The watchdog said it had stepped in to stop water companies that cannot show that bonuses are sufficiently linked to performance from …

Too many households let down and abandoned after sewer floods – report

Water firms are leaving too many households feeling “let down and abandoned” after sewer flooding, according to a joint report from the regulator and watchdog. Customers who have repeatedly experienced sewer flooding said inadequate communication and long …

Pennon Group swings to half-year loss

The FTSE 250 water utility said its statutory loss reflected £16m in costs associated with restoring water supplies to Brixham and £4m in restructuring expenses as it reshaped its operations for greater efficiency. Underlying EBITDA fell slightly to £163. …

FTSE 100 Live: Blue chip fall further; Aston Martin slumps; BT...

FTSE 100 down 16 points easyJet profit surges M&B latest pub to warn on Budget 2.22pm: US economic growth matches forecasts The US Bureau of Economic Analysis has published some gross domestic product (GDP) figures ahead of today's inflation print. …

Owner of South West Water reports £38.8 million loss due to Brixham parasitic outbreak

An outbreak of parasites in Brixham has caused South West Water's owner Pennon deep financial losses after it was compelled to pay out large sums in compensation to those made ill by contaminated water. The London-listed firm reported that the incident …

FTSE 100 claws higher; Aston Martin slumps; Nasdaq drags US market

FTSE 100 closes up 16 points easyJet profit surges M&B latest pub to warn on Budget 4.46pm: London stands alone in green London's blue-chip index finished 16 points or 0.2% higher at 8,274.75 on Wednesday.  It was the only European stock benchmark …

Pennon swings to £19m loss after parasite-contaminated water saga in Brixham - but utility group hikes dividend

By JANE DENTON Updated: 06:16 EST, 27 November 2024 Utility group Pennon swung to a loss in the first half after its South West Water division was hit by a parasite outbreak this year. The company said revenue at South West Water, which serves areas …

South West Water owner posts £38m loss after Devon parasite case

Lower water demand and the costs of covering a parasite contamination in Devon have hit half-year results at Pennon, the water utility company whose businesses include South West Water. The FTSE 250 group posted losses of £38.8 million in the six months to …

Smart metering: a powerful tool to achieve water efficiency

It’s time to turn the tide with smart metering in the English and Scottish water markets. For decades, measuring water consumption has relied on manual meter readings or drive-by systems. This is all set to change with the rise of Advanced Metering …

Stretch of Harrogate's River Nidd is on new list for poor water quality issued by The Environment Agency

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com  and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now A stretch of a Harrogate/Knaresborough river only granted Bathing Water Status earlier in the year is part of a new list of popular swimming spots rated " …

Pennon losses widen after South West Water’s parasite outbreak in Devon

A parasitic outbreak in Devon earlier this year pushed the owner of South West Water further into the red in the first half, after it was forced to pay compensation. London-listed company Pennon said the incident in Brixham, south Devon, cost it £16.3 …

Ridicule as sewage watchdog blames critics for negativity

Environmental campaigners have derided claims by the boss of water regulator Ofwat that public outrage over the sewage crisis was to blame for the precarious financial position of several water companies. Giving evidence to MPs on Tuesday, Ofwat chief …

TDR Technology Solutions: The Only U.S. Company Combating the Explosive Rise in Swatting at 911 Centers and Schools

Cutting-Edge U.S. Innovation to Prevent Swatting MONROE, NY, UNITED STATES, November 27, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In light of the recent surge in swatting incidents targeting public figures and institutions, including President-elect Donald …

Trend Setting George Magazine Will Soon Accept Crypto Currency

LITTLE ROCK, AR, UNITED STATES, November 27, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a trend setting move, George Magazine will soon be accepting Crypto currency as payment for magazine, merchandise and even George Magazine Live event tickets. While the …

Bill O’Reilly Explores Trump’s Strategy in Latest Column: “WAR”

“It’s business, not personal, Sonny.” — Tom Hagen to Sonny Corleone in The Godfather LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, November 27, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In his latest column, “WAR,” journalist and bestselling author Bill O’Reilly delves …

Important Announcement: SuperBrothers Offer Tips to Avoid Plumbing Pitfalls and Ensure a Stress-Free Thanksgiving

SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, November 27, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and feasting, but the increased activity in homes can put a strain on plumbing systems. With the holiday season fast approaching, …

Bill O’Reilly Reveals the Historic Advice He Gave Donald Trump Ahead of 2024 Presidential Campaign

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, November 27, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a thought-provoking interview on Piers Morgan Uncensored, renowned journalist and bestselling author Bill O’Reilly shared that he encouraged former President Donald Trump …

PSD Citywide Launches Enhanced Citywide Mobile App

The latest version supports Citywide Maintenance and Citywide Assets software modules, with an industry-leading user experience and enhanced functionality. LONDON, ONTARIO, CANADA, November 27, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PSD Citywide® is …

Elections Create ‘Rare Opportunity’ to Make TCJA Tax Bill Permanent, Says Rep. Greg Steube

Main Street Tax Team Co-Chair Sees House Passing New Tax Plan in First Quarter WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 27, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- All the favorable tax provisions for family businesses in the current Tax Cuts and Jobs Act “ …

Jason Schenker Delivered Powerful Keynote at The Chemical Summit 2024 in Houston

Jason Schenker Gave a "Powerful" Keynote for The Chemical Summit on Economics, Chemicals, Oil and Gas, Trade, and Geopolitics HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, November 27, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Futurist Institute and Prestige …

Milton Childcare Operators Opt Out of CWELCC: A Call to Protect Quality Childcare and Community Access

MILTON, ONTARIO, CANADA, November 27, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a significant and difficult decision, over half of the licensed child care operators in Milton, Ontario, representing a range of child care models, have announced they will be …

(Video)European Parliament Hosts NCRI President-elect Maryam Rajavi for Key Conference on Iran’s Future

Mr.Zarzalejos,"The vital role of Iranian women in the resistance, calling them “true pioneers of resistance” whose courage is “the driving force for change.” PARIS, FRANCE, November 27, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Council of …

Alona Lebedieva: Ukraine’s 2025 Budget – Balancing Challenges and Opportunities

KYIV, UKRAINE, November 27, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On November 19, the Verkhovna Rada approved Ukraine’s budget for 2025. This decision not only sets the state’s financial benchmarks but also highlights the challenges the country will face in …

Dublin Personal Injury Solicitors Assist Accident Victims Amid New Legal Challenges in 2024

DUBLIN, IRELAND, November 27, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As we end 2024, the Irish legal landscape for personal injury claims is evolving, presenting new complexities for accident victims. Personal Injury Solicitors Dublin are stepping up to …

Report on Georgia-Azerbaijan co-operation for reducing climate-related security risks through joint landscape fire ...

The report “Co-operation in North-west Azerbaijan and Eastern Georgia”, which tackles joint co-operation in the areas of climate change, landscape fire management and wildfire risk reduction, was officially launched on 19 November during a side event at …

OSCE fosters dialogue on critical infrastructure resilience in Central Asia and beyond

On 22 November 2024, 25 government officials from Central Asia gathered in Ashgabat for a Regional Conference on “Critical Infrastructure Protection in Central Asia: Strengthening Resilience, Enhancing Security”. The event was organized by the OSCE …

OSCE and civil society hold a national forum in Dushanbe to promote dialogue and collaborative efforts in combating ...

On 27 November 2024, the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe organized the National Forum of Civil Society Organizations - Gender Movement Activists, titled "United Against Violence," in Dushanbe. This important event brought together 84 gender …

Support programme for local responses to challenges of refugee and migrant integration will expand after achievements in ...

WARSAW, 27 November 2024 – An 18-month joint project to support the integration of migrants and refugees in Poland, which has demonstrated the power of collaboration in addressing one of society’s most pressing challenges, ended today with a closing event …

OSCE Supports Regional Conference to Combat Domestic Violence in Central Asia

On 25-26 November, 2024, the OSCE Programme Office in Astana (the Office), in collaboration with the Friedrich Ebert Foundation (FES) and the “Union of Crisis Centers of Kazakhstan” organized a regional conference titled “Domestic Violence Counteraction …

OSCE and UN enhance strategies on rehabilitation and reintegration of conflict-zone returnees from Central Asia

On 27 November, over 40 representatives from Central Asia, OSCE executive structures, UN entities and civil society organizations gathered for the Second Meeting of the Central Asia Regional Expert Council (REC) on the Rehabilitation and Reintegration of …

OSCE and UN Enhance Strategies for Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Conflict-Zone Returnees in Central Asia

On 27 November, more than 40 representatives from Central Asia, OSCE structures, UN agencies, and civil society organizations gathered for the second meeting of the Central Asia Regional Expert Council (REC) on the Rehabilitation and Reintegration of …

Ted Even's 'Answers For The Honest Skeptic,' a 4-Part Series of Elusive Revelation

Offering readers a powerful glimpse into the amazing love of Christ, author Ted Even reveals just how awesome God's eternal life for all humanity. BAY CITY, MI, UNITED STATES, November 26, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Ted Even, known …