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Water in brief — Friday 6 November 2026

Water UK pushes back on Ofwat's board independence rules, the industry reacts to regional water councils, and a sludge trial beats the 2030 standard.

Friday, 6 November 2026 · Edited by David Bain

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Regulation
Water UK says Ofwat's governance code could need 58 more directors, at a cost of £23m
The trade body wants a 'comply or explain' approach in line with the UK Corporate Governance Code, and a formal statutory consultation.
Read the story →Original source: Water Magazine ↗ (opens in a new tab)
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Regulation
Regional water councils: a conditional welcome from United Utilities and the Rivers Trust
UU points to Windermere and Greater Manchester as the model. The Rivers Trust says funded catchment partnerships must sit at the centre.
Read the story →Original source: Water Magazine ↗ (opens in a new tab)
03
Environment
South West Water's rotary press trial beats the 2030 sludge standard
The UK's first municipal trial produced cake at 28–32% dry solids, against the 25% that will be required for land recycling by 2030.
Read the story →Original source: Water Magazine ↗ (opens in a new tab)
04
Finance
Scottish retailer Intelligent Water secures a £3.5m facility
The challenger, at £8m turnover with almost 4,000 supply points, is targeting £18m within five years.
Read the story →Original source: Water Magazine ↗ (opens in a new tab)