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Waterwatch Day 2025

By Daniella | 03/07/2025

Reading Time: 7 minutesOur first ever Waterwatch Day took place on 28th June under the blazing sun at Chalkwell Beach, Southend and what a day it was. With over 250 direct engagements with members of the public, the event was a resounding success. From curious passers-by to dedicated campaigners, we had meaningful conversations about water quality, pollution, and the power…

Why Conservation Needs Communities, Not Just Commandments

By Theresa Frappell | 03/06/2025

Reading Time: 2 minutesIt’s easy to think that protecting the natural world is just a matter of passing the right laws or drawing lines on a map. But real, lasting conservation doesn’t start in government offices—it begins in communities. Too often, environmental initiatives are handed down like rules from above. Well-intentioned policies arrive with official stamps and big…

Community Voices and the Future of Water Governance

By Daniella | 03/06/2025

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Independent Water Commission’s interim report, released on 3 June 2025, highlights systemic failures in England and Wales’s water sector. It emphasises the need for comprehensive reforms in strategic planning, regulation, company governance, and infrastructure management. Key Findings: Community Engagement: Waterwatch UK, representing community interests, submitted a detailed response to the Commission’s call for evidence.…

July 2025

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Waterwatch Day 2025

Why Conservation Needs Communities, Not Just Commandments

Community Voices and the Future of Water Governance