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Protesters to take to beaches over sewage discharges into English seas

Demonstrations from Falmouth to Whitstable to demand water firms do more to reduce pollution

The Guardian - UK · Oct 7, 2022

Drought, pollution, floods: Avon in Devon tells story of UK rivers in distress

A journey down the waterway in an area of outstanding natural beauty highlights troubles facing UK rivers

The Guardian - UK · Aug 26, 2022

Shellfish ‘forgotten victims’ of sewage polluting UK waters say Lib Dems

Waters containing shellfish were dumped in nearly 29,000 times last year, with the longest event lasting 5,000 hours.

The Independent UK · Aug 22, 2022

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Monitors for measuring sewage going into sea 'faulty or not installed'

The Liberal Democrats say Environment Agency data shows water companies are failing to monitor sewage discharges along the coastline including at British seaside resorts

Wales Online · Aug 22, 2022

People calling 999 to report neighbours for ‘breaking’ hosepipe bans which haven’t started

Hosepipe bans will begin for over 16 million people around the UK from next week

The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2022

UK weather: Met Office warns of ‘dangerous’ floods across country

Yellow thunderstorm warning follows weeks of drought caused by extreme heat and little rainfall

The Guardian - UK · Aug 15, 2022

As drought hits, what are UK water company chief executives paid?

Anger is growing over the huge sums handed to shareholders and executives

The Guardian - UK · Aug 15, 2022

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UK hosepipe bans mapped: Where are they, what are the rules and how long will they last?

Hosepipe bans are already in place in several areas across the UK but more places will be facing restrictions very soon — here's a roundup of all the bans and when they'll end

Daily Mirror · Aug 15, 2022

Cornwall faces hosepipe ban amid drought and heatwave

South West Water said the ban would come into force from August 23 to protect dwindling supplies.

The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2022

Devon and Cornwall hit with first hosepipe ban in 26 years

‘We’ve been left with no other choice,’ water company spokesperson says

The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2022

Drought could be declared in the South West tomorrow

A set of restrictions could be brought in

Bristol Post · Aug 11, 2022

What water companies are telling customers across UK amid drought fears

Many water companies across the country are taking necessary steps to help tackle a potential drought in the coming weeks

Manchester Evening News · Aug 9, 2022

Ban bonuses for water firm bosses until they fix leaky pipes, say Lib Dems

England’s water and sewage chiefs awarded themselves £27m amid leakages of 2.4bn litres a day

The Guardian - UK · Aug 8, 2022

24 places likely to see hosepipe bans next as first comes into force

The second ban will be implemented from next Friday

Wales Online · Aug 5, 2022

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Wales Online · Aug 4, 2022

Millions of homes look set to see hosepipe bans within weeks

The Environment Agency says the country will be in drought this month if dry conditions continue

Birmingham Post · Jul 26, 2022

Finance chief joins Celtic & Co from fellow Cornish fashion brand Seasalt

Martin Hayball previously held senior finance roles with Pennon Group and South West Water

The Guardian - UK · Jul 14, 2022

Jail water firm bosses over ‘appalling’ pollution, says Environment Agency

Report shows English water and sewage firms’ performance on pollution has declined to worst in years

Daily Mirror · Jul 11, 2022

UK heatwave: Locals miffed after being told to 'save water for tourists'

South West Water urged each of its two million customers in Devon and Cornwall to use five litres less per day amid soaring temperatures, rising number of visitors and people moving to the region

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The Guardian - UK · Jul 10, 2022

UK weather: stay out of the sun, doctors warn, as Britain braces for its hottest day

Heat-health alert issued for south and east of England, while South West Water appeals to customers to conserve water

Daily Mirror · Jul 9, 2022

People living on coast told to take shorter showers due to demand from holidaymakers

Residents could save six litres a day by turning off the tap a minute earlier, while eight litres of water could be preserved by spending a minute less in the shower each day

The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2022

Residents in Cornwall and Devon urged to cut down on shower time to save water

South West Water (SWW) wants people to save around five litres of water per day

The Guardian - UK · Jun 28, 2022

Ofwat extends sewage dumping inquiry to include South West Water

Regulator expands investigation after suggestions water firm was not complying with legal obligations

Birmingham Post · Jun 28, 2022

South West Water latest supplier to be probed by Ofwat over sewage treatment

South West Water adds to a growing list of water suppliers to come under investigation.

Wales Online · May 24, 2022

'Popular' dad took his own life after paedophile claims

Anthony Haley went missing after online claims and his body was found more than a week later

Birmingham Post · May 11, 2022

University of Exeter appoints contractor to build £8.5m research hub

When complete the facility will be shared with local supplier South West Water

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