With water scarcity expected to increase as a result of rising global temperatures, can the built environment help to protect this precious resource? Nadine Buddoo reports.

Thames, Yorkshire and Northumbrian Water will be fined a combined £168m after an Ofwat investigation uncovered “a catalogue of failure” relating to sewage management.

Water companies in England are being told to improve storm overflow infrastructure.

There will be obligations for construction companies to improve their water efficiency under the new Environment Act.

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.