What’s new
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Chlorine podcast published
We have published our second On Tap podcast on our website.
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Lead podcast published
We have published our first On Tap podcast on our website.
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Publication of Research report “Cyanotoxins in raw surface waters”
The DWI commissioned research into cyantoxins in raw surface waters to determine the scientific relevance of any prescribed standard for Microcystin-LR (MC-LR), its occurrence in raw surface waters, treated water concentrations, risks to consumers, and the suitability of analysis methods for cyanotoxin monitoring. The full report and executive summary can be viewed on our completed research pages.
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Drinking Water 2023 – Public Supplies Wales – Annual Report Published
We have published Drinking Water 2023 – Public Supplies Wales Annual Report.
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Drinking Water 2023 – Wales – Private Water Supplies – Annual Report Published
We have now published the Drinking Water 2023 – Wales – Private Water Supplies report on our website.
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Drinking Water 2023 – Public Supplies England – Annual Report Published
We have published Drinking Water 2023 – Public Supplies England Annual Report. Drinking water quality in England is excellent, with public supplies consistently meeting the stringent regulatory standards for drinking water. Where failures do occur, a rigorous investigation takes place with actions to protect consumers and prevent recurrence. The Chief Inspector has said: ‘Drinking water […]
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Statement from the Chief Inspector of Drinking Water – May 2024
The Drinking Water Inspectorate was notified of the contamination of drinking water supplies in Brixham, in Devon, by South West Water, and we are continuing to investigate the actions taken by the water company. South West Water is working to return the water supply to normal using rigorous testing to provide assurance, and the Inspectorate will […]
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Water supply issues in Brixham area
The latest information can be found on the .GOV.UK website at Water supply issues in Brixham area – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
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Drinking Water 2023 – England – Private Water Supply – Annual Report Published
We have now published the Drinking Water 2023 – England – Private Water Supply report on our website.
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Publication of Research reports on the Impact and future of the regulatory model and legislative framework surrounding private water supplies in England and Wales
The DWI commissioned research on the regulatory framework and regulation of private water supplies (PWS) to understand its impact and how this framework could be improved to safeguard consumers of PWS. The full findings are reported in two separate reports for England and Wales.
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Drinking Water 2023 – Quarter 3 published
We have published Drinking Water 2023 – Quarter 3 report.
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Drinking Water 2023 – Quarter 2 published
We have published Drinking Water 2023 – Quarter 2 report.