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This section describes the mechanisms to control abstraction and impoundment of water, and mechanisms to protect water resources that are used for abstraction.
This external quality assessment (EQA) scheme is suitable for laboratories that routinely monitor recreational and surface water.
The Water Targets Expert Advisory Group provides independent technical advice to inform the development of legally binding water targets for England.
Defra's plan to clean up our waters and ensure a plentiful supply for the future.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
Seeking views on updating toilet specifications to stop cistern water from re-entering drinking water in properties and to understand the causes of leaking toilet valves.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
An approach to build the capacity of citizens and integrate communities into scientific research on water quality and risk monitoring
Emerging techniques on how to prevent or minimise the environmental impacts of industrial hydrogen production from methane or refinery fuel gas with carbon capture for storage.
Water is a core development issue and improved integrated water resources management is necessary to improve water security and quality
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