Thames Water is accused of dumping sewage into the River Roding in Essex, leading to an investigation by the Environment Agency.

The entities involved

• Thames Water →

  UK water company

  • A major water main burst is currently affecting the water supply in the Thames Water service area spanning London and Surrey.Mon 14:43
  • The government is raising objections to a rescue deal for Thames Water, warning of an undue burden on customers.Mon 03:18
• Environment Agency →

  non-departmental public body in the UK

  • A partnership was formed between the Environment Agency, Somerset Council, and Homes England for a new flood defence scheme.Mon 16:35
  • Environment Agency issued flood alerts for the county coast, covering Wallasea Island, due to high tides.Mon 16:05
• River Roding →

  river in the United Kingdom

  Nothing else this week.

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• Thames Water's proposed recycling scheme in London was rejected by the Environment Agency amid local opposition.Aug 19
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