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Six Month Road Closure to Enhance West Edinburgh's Water Environment

A major £3million Scottish Water project on a key arterial route linking west Edinburgh with the city centre is about to get underway

19 January 2026

BLOG. Scotland’s Water in 2026: A Year That Demands Our Attention - Deirdre Michie, Scottish Water Chair

Scottish Water Chair Deirdre Michie reflects on the challenges and opportunities shaping Scotland’s water sector in 2026, from climate pressures to technological innovation

15 January 2026

BLOG: United by Water - Deirdre Michie, Chair, Scottish Water

Chair of the Scottish Water Board Deirdre Michie reflects on the growing appreciation for the impact of water on our lives

22 December 2025

£5.5million Second Phase For Saltcoats Rising Sewer Main Upgrade

Scottish Water is to deliver the second phase of a multi-million-pound project to upgrade an important sewer main serving an Ayrshire beauty spot

17 December 2025

Top Up Taps Save 20 Million Plastic Bottles

Our network of iconic blue taps across Scotland have reached a major milestone in reducing plastic in the environment and keeping people hydrated on-the-go

09 December 2025

Second Phase of Flood Project A Step Closer for Picturesque Pittenweem

A planning application has been submitted for the second phase of an £8million Scottish Water project to protect the picturesque Fife village of Pittenweem from flooding

05 December 2025

Keeping £13m Sewer Upgrade Project On Track by Going Under

A key phase of a £13m project has been completed after Scottish Water successfully tunnelled under the main Glasgow to Stirling railway line

02 December 2025

BLOG Scotland's World Class Water

In his most recent blog, Alex Plant talks about the need to keep investing in Scotland's world class water

17 November 2025

Improving Urban Waters - Major Project to Protect the Water of Leith

We are unveiling plans for a £3.2million project to help prevent wet wipes and other sewer related debris from entering the Water of Leith in Edinburgh.

14 November 2025

Record Investment In Water Services For One Million Customers

We've completed our biggest ever water infrastructure investment, benefiting almost one million customers in the west of Scotland

 

31 October 2025

Key Capital Project Close to Completion

A £3million project to help prevent wet wipes and other sewer related debris from entering the Water of Leith at Murrayfield in Edinburgh is nearly complete

30 October 2025

Leisure Provider Makes Waves with National Award Win

Community-first approach earns top spot at awards night for swim programme success 

17 October 2025

Ellon Resident Sends Heartfelt Thanks for Shuttle Bus Service During Road Closure

During our recent trunk water main upgrade on Castle Road in Ellon, Scottish Water was pleased to provide a free shuttle bus service, ensuring residents stayed connected.

14 October 2025

Draining the Rain in Stirling - £6m to Improve Urban Waters

Scottish Water is to start work on a £6.2m project to reduce spills and sewer related debris entering the River Forth in Stirling

10 October 2025

Scottish Water’s Frontline Team Celebrates More than 250 Years of Combined Service to Communities Throughout Glasgow

A group of dedicated Scottish Water frontline workers have together clocked up more than 250 years of service, ensuring the continued provision of great-tasting water to customers across Glasgow and the surrounding areas

09 October 2025