Developers will no longer automatically have the right to connect to existing drainage networks unless they have an approved sustainable drainage system (SuDS) in place.

Water management is crucial in mitigating the impact of flooding, particularly in heavy rainfall. Recently, attention has turned to the role of sustainable drainage solutions (SuDS) in reducing the impact of the built environment on its surroundings. Mark Halsall takes a look at how SuDS can be incorporated into urban projects.