Flows in the River Test in Hampshire are falling and current forecasting shows we may need to use a drought permit to continue to supply tap water to the region.
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Southern Water publishes its Annual Report and Financial Statements
The Annual Report demonstrates the progress that we are making with our performance transformation, as well as providing transparency about the areas where we recognise improvement is required.
Response to no water on the Isle of Sheppey
We are extremely sorry that homes and businesses on the Isle of Sheppey are seeing low water pressure or loss of supply.
Statement on incident at Littlehampton Pumping Station
We have notified Arun District Council and the Environment Agency about a release of untreated wastewater from the 5km long sea outfall at our pumping station in Littlehampton on Friday evening.
Beach walks this morning have shown no signs of debris and specialist modelling has demonstrated there is no impact on bathing water quality, so the beach remains open as usual.
Southern Water joins defibrillator ceremony at Twyford Waterworks
Volunteers at Twyford Waterworks Trust celebrated the installation of a brand new defibrillator, thanks to the support of Southern Water, Twyford Parish Council and Hampshire County Council.
Response to burst wastewater main in Lancing
We are extremely sorry for the disruption caused by a burst wastewater main in West Way, Lancing. Our customer team is already onsite and we will do all we can to support people.
Southern Water moves to significantly cut storm overflow releases in Margate
A new report published by Southern Water explains why there are coastal storm releases in Margate, and how working together can significantly reduce them.
Southern Water consults on plans to keep Hampshire’s rivers and taps flowing
Southern Water is consulting on its Hampshire Water Transfer and Water Recycling Project.
People are being asked for their views on plans for new sustainable water sources to protect Hampshire’s iconic chalk streams and maintain supplies for customers.
Southern Water and River Hamble Harbour Authority build pollution-preventing infrastructure to benefit boaters
Southern Water has invested £100,000 to help the River Hamble Harbour Authority enable Hampshire boaters to keep the waters clean.
Southern Water publishes long-term priorities
We want to hear from our customers, stakeholders and communities on our Long-Term Priorities to deliver a resilient water future.