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EA launches consultation on proposed water industry enforcement levy

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Published on: 14 April 2025

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LNB News 14/04/2025

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Issue Date: 14 April 2025

Published Date: 14 April 2025

Jurisdiction(s): England

Article summary

The Environment Agency (EA) has launched a consultation, seeking views on a proposed new levy targeting certain water discharge activities conducted by water companies in England. The proposed levy, enabled by the Water (Special Measures) Act 2025, aims to fully recover the costs associated with the EA's enforcement activities. It is designed to reflect the scale and complexity of water industry infrastructure, with calculations based on the number, type, and volume of permits for sewage discharge activities. The levy will also apply to new appointments and variations designated by Ofwat that offer sewerage services, provided they hold relevant permits with the EA. The consultation closes on 26 May 2025, with the new charging scheme expected to be implemented in Summer 2025.

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