Neither the UK water companies nor the industry regulators use percentage of total supply as a measure of leakage performance, as it is almost always misleading.
News
Shale gas and environmental legislation
In October, MEPs narrowly agreed to support proposals to amend the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Directive to include shale gas projects
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HBF and Water UK publish building protocol
Water UK and the Home Builders Federation (HBF) have agreed a protocol regarding water infrastructure in contaminated land.
News
Strategy to address marine pollution
The effects of marine litter on fragile and irreplaceable ecosystems can be catastrophic, killing birds, fish and shellfish and choking plant life.
Information, guidance & standards
Contaminated land assessment guidance
Protocols published by agreement between Water UK and the Home Builders Federation.
Publications
Groundwater protection and the revision of the Groundwater Directive
Water UK considers that the Groundwater Directive (GWD) is fit for purpose and does not require amendment.
Information, guidance & standards
Supply of water to automatic fire sprinkler systems
The guidance published here is agreed in accordance with any organisations indicated but is not subject to enforcement by Water UK.
Publications
Water UK comment on the National Infrastructure Plan
The Government's National Infrastructure Plan published today has highlighted the crucial contribution that investing in infrastructure will make to long term economic growth in the UK.
Publications
Water UK statement on water companies' PR14 business plans
Water companies have listened to their customers over the last year and looked to ensure their bills for 2015-2020 will be as low as possible, while also continuing to invest so customers can count on safe, reliable water and sewerage services.
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Price Review 2014 briefings
Water UK background briefings provide further information on the 2014 Price Review and key features of the water industry.
Publications
Water UK response to Secretary of State letter to company CEOs
Water UK has responded to a letter from the Secretary of State to water company CEOs.
Publications
Industry facts and figures 2013
Water companies collate and publish useful information about their operations, their investment and their performance.