Environment Agency

Number of criminal probes targeting water companies has increased 145 per cent since last July, new data confirms

NAO warns insufficient investment and repeated delays mean sector will struggle to deliver 30 new water infrastructure projects

Government launches consultation over proposals to streamline permitting requirements for activities related to waste, water and flood risk

Environment Agency boss to step down at the end of the year, with government confirming search for successor is to commence

Schemes protecting more than 52,000 homes and businesses from the dangers of flooding to be built or repaired under latest funding round

Changes under Simpler Recycling plans are designed to boost recycling rates, deliver cost savings, and reduce waste sent to landfill

Storm overflow figures 'still a long way off where we need to be', latest Environment Agency update confirms

Campaign group Fighting Dirty puts watchdog on notice of legal proceedings over alleged failure to adequately police exporting of used car tyres

New policy paper argues current regulations are failing in 'driving nature recovery or economic growth', as Chancellor promises new push to tackle excessive red tape

Public, green groups, and investors invited to share views on issues ranging from drinking water regulation to company ownership and nature impacts