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Find out about this years Water Industry Awards and the four categories that we have been shortlisted as finalists for.

Extreme rainfall over the winter has raised the risk of ground water flooding across the region and Southern Water is supporting its customers and other agencies by using tankers to protect sewers and reduce the risk of flooding affecting homes and businesses

Our average combined bill for water and wastewater treatment services is set to fall by 1.2 per cent for 2021-22. 

Bills have been falling in real terms (adjusted for inflation) for the past three years but this year's bills will also be lower in absolute terms. 

Storm overflows have a vital role to fulfil in protecting homes and businesses from flooding during extreme weather

A  £100 million scheme to transform the old Woolston Wastewater Treatment Works in Southampton into a state-of-the-art-Water Recycling Plant has been completed.a

The National Infrastructure Strategy sets out the government's plans to transform the UK's infrastructure networks, including water services.

“We are fortunate enough to serve an outstandingly beautiful region. With more than 700 miles of coastline, 58 of our 83 beaches are rated as excellent for water quality and none fall below the acceptable standard.

Following significant rainfall over recent weeks, we have now stopped preparations for a River Test Drought Permit.

Southern Water's Unflushables team visited the Isle of Wight this week to help prevent blockages of wet wipes, fat, oil, grease and other nasties that shouldn't be put down sinks and loos.

The number of sign-ups to Southern Water’s Priority Service Register has increased by more than 50% since the start of the year, meaning our teams can give vulnerable customers the help they need.