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Scottish Water Welcomes UK Plastic Wet Wipe Ban
We've led the way against wet wipes containing plastic as the UK Government announces a ban
22 April 2024
It's Never Too Late to Learn to Swim
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It's Never Too Late to Learn to Swim
New Learn to Swim campaign is urging adults who can't swim to sign up for lessons
22 April 2024
Dog Detectives on the Scent of Leakage in Borders and East Lothian
We're deploying a crack team of specially trained dogs to help locate hidden leaks on our network in rural areas
17 April 2024
Tom’s Munro Challenge Memories Inspire Generation 2024 to Support WaterAid
WaterAid Munro Challenge founder Tom Millar looks back on three decades as we gear up for this year's event.
08 April 2024
High-Tech UK-First to Solve Historic Sewer Problem
Scottish Water has turned to ultra high-pressure robotics in a UK-first to remove decades of industrial deposits blocking a strategic sewer in South Lanarkshire
03 April 2024
Youngster Jack Makes Confident Splash in ASN Learn to Swim Class
South Lanarkshire youngster sees confidence soar since joining his Learn to Swim ASN class
29 March 2024
South Ayrshire Swim Teachers Breaking Down Barriers
Learn to Swim teachers are leading the way for next generation on World Down Syndrome Day
21 March 2024
Adapting Scotland’s Water and Waste Water Services to Climate Change
Our plan sets out what we must do and how we need to work with others to ensure our services against the impact of climate change
29 February 2024
Andrew's Munro Challenge Mission is First Off the Blocks
Climber Andrew Steel is first to sign up for annual Munro Challenge to raise funds for WaterAid
22 February 2024
Swimmer Battles Health Setbacks to Teach Next Generation
Teenager Nathan McKechnie praised for commitment to teaching youngsters to swim despite major health issues
22 February 2024
Teachers needed to create 'generation swim'
The team behind the Learn to Swim National Framework has launched the recruitment campaign across Scotland
09 January 2024
More Investment Vital to Tackle Climate Change Impact
Latest performance report highlights need to address climate impact on water and waste water services
15 December 2023
Teamwork to the Fore in Carnoustie Storm Response
Close collaboration with specialist supply chain partners and support from local stakeholders enabled major storm damage to a strategic sewer pipeline on the Angus coast to be repaired in under 10 days
12 December 2023
Scotland’s swim leaders dive in to build on next wave
A record number of experts dedicated to delivering vital swimming lessons in Scotland have united to discuss the next steps in creating “generation swim”
30 November 2023
Swimming providers championing inclusion
A national diversity and inclusion initiative has reported a record number of children with disabilities enrolled in mainstream swimming lessons
28 November 2023
Partnership approach to cut FOG from Highland sewers
A new partnership approach to tackling the threat of fatbergs in city centre sewers is set to put the Highland Capital’s drains on a diet.
17 November 2023
Antibiotics Awareness Week
World Antibiotic Awareness Week (WAAW) is run by the World Health Organisation and is celebrated annually from 18th to 24th November
17 November 2023
Pioneering peatland project progresses
Two years after launching a peatland restoration project in the Outer Hebrides, we return to check on its progress.
14 November 2023
Scottish Water volunteers spruce up Dalwhinnie war memorial
Dalwhinnie's war memorial has been cleaned ahead of Armistice Day by Scottish Water volunteers.
08 November 2023
Residents Urged to Bin Wipes to 'Keep Helensburgh Heavenly'
We have joined forces with local campaign group Plastic Free Helensburgh to urge residents to help wipe out chokes following a big spike in sewer blockages in the town
Peebles Pupils Pioneer Mission to Protect Scotland's Water
First lesson of new Generation H₂O youth engagement programme takes place at Priorsford Primary.
29 September 2023
Over 76,000 youngsters celebrate Learn to Swim Month
Learning to swim is being celebrated throughout September in Scotland as part of a county-wide initiative
11 September 2023
New Learn to Swim partnership makes a splash in East Dunbartonshire
Young swimmers take part in a once-in-a-lifetime swim class with Olympic, World and Commonwealth Champion, Duncan Scott
07 September 2023
Youngster with cerebral palsy makes waves
A boy with cerebral palsy has defied the odds and learning to swim a year after life-changing spinal surgery
04 September 2023
Priorsford Primary School Pupils joined by Cabinet Secretary to bury time capsule at new Water Treatment Works in Peebles
Local school children have buried a time capsule to mark the official opening of the innovative, new £30million Bonnycraig Water Treatment works in Peebles, Scottish Borders.
18 August 2023
Team Leader Gives Crime Drama the Scottish Water Treatment
A Scottish Water employee bagged himself a starring role in TV tec drama Annika during an episode filmed at Glasgow’s Sheildhall Waste Water Treatment Works.
09 August 2023
Donation to help low income households stay hydrated this summer
Low income households across Edinburgh will be helped to stay hydrated this summer
05 July 2023
Swimming should be prescribed to improve health says expert
Medical specialist tells MSPs about the multiple health benefits of swimming
09 May 2023
Water safety tops the agenda at national swim summit
Scotland's Swimming leaders have dived in to discuss ambitious plans to ensure that Scotland’s youngsters continue on their trajectory of becoming a safe and competent generation of swimmers
05 May 2023
Solar Giant Switched on in East Dunbartonshire
A solar scheme of seismic proportions is now live at our most energy intensive site
26 April 2023
May Day Date for Delayed Vital Flood Alleviation Works
Our delayed works on the A8 in Greenock as part of a £2.5million flood alleviation project have now been rescheduled.
30 March 2023
Scottish Water Among Country’s Biggest Businesses to Help Launch Carbon Reducing Hub
Scottish Water is among a group of businesses from across Scotland to join forces to launch a new climate action initiative to accelerate the transition to a net zero future
27 March 2023
Trio of Aberdeenshire Top-Up Taps launched
Residents and visitors to top Aberdeenshire beauty spots will be able to quench their thirst on-the-go thanks to a trio of newly-launched Top-Up Taps
23 March 2023
Reservoir Revamp Gets Friends' Approval
We recently launched a hat-trick of key achievements at Milngavie Reservoirs, all with a little help from our friends
01 March 2023
Traffic Restrictions on A8 Greenock for Two Weeks
Road users in Greenock are being advised of road traffic management to allow VITAL works as part of a £2.5million flood alleviation project.
13 February 2023
Swim Teachers Praised for Unwavering Efforts
Teachers playing a vital role to create Scotland's "Generation Swim" are being celebrated across the country as part of a national recruitment drive.
BLOG: Quest for Water Taps into a Thirst for Hydro Knowledge and Innovation - Fiona Millar
Hydro Nation Chair, Fiona Miller, reflects 1 year on from being appointed as Programme Manager.
11 January 2023
Multi-million Pounds Investment for Greenock Flood Prevention
Scottish Water is to begin work on a £2.5million project to help tackle frequent flooding on the A8 trunk road through Greenock.
23 December 2022
BLOG: World Toilet Day - Elizabeth McKernan
This World Toilet Day 2022 Elizabeth highlights the need for decent toilets and good hygiene to be at the heart of healthcare
18 November 2022
Scottish Water Cuts Carbon From Concrete
Scottish Water is cutting carbon emissions from construction using new concrete technology
17 November 2022
Major Investment in Full Flow at Milngavie Reservoirs
A significant investment project is under way at Scottish Water’s Craigmaddie and Mugdock reservoirs in Milngavie, East Dunbartonshire
14 November 2022
Local Artist Creates Oil Painting of 17th Century Edinburgh Landmark
Sarah Kay Wren, a local community artist, painted the Comiston Spring House during lockdown as part of a final project for her studies at the Leith School of Art. The painting is now on display at Scottish Water’s Edinburgh office.
02 November 2022
WDC Scottish Dolphin Centre backs campaign to bin wet wipes
Whale and Dolphin Conservation’s (WDC) visitor centre in Moray is backing Scottish Water’s Nature Calls campaign, which urges people to bin all wet wipes and help protect the environment
12 October 2022
Scottish Water Help Corkerhill Community in Glasgow
Grass seeds and fencing have been donated to the local sports facilities and community hub in the Corkerhill area of Glasgow.
07 October 2022
West Lothian Leisure Recognised at National Awards
A LEISURE Trust’s efforts to increase the number of children learning to swim in West Lothian and commitment to delivering a quality learn to swim environment has been celebrated at a national award ceremony, attended by some of Scotland’s all-time swimming greats.
03 October 2022
Super Solar Scheme Underway in East Dunbartonshire
Our most ambitious solar energy scheme to date is now under construction at our most energy intensive asset
30 September 2022
Olympic Gold Medallist Duncan Scott Marks Learn to Swim Success in Orkney
Young swimmers in Orkney welcome six-time Olympic medallist and Commonwealth champion Duncan Scott as he 'dives in' to their swimming lessons
06 September 2022
Learn To Swim Ambassadors Inspire Next Wave
Triumphant swimmers hope recent achievements will inspire the next generation of swimmers.
31 August 2022
Look after the loch
Look after the loch – that’s the message Scottish Water is sending to anyone planning to visit or camp near Lintrathen or Backwater reservoirs this summer.
01 July 2022
Plastic Free Helensburgh on a Mission for Nature Calls
Local campaigners and American missionaries are backing Scottish Water’s campaign to ban wipes that contain plastic.
28 June 2022
Lifesaving Lessons Rolled out to Mark Drowning Prevention Week
Water safety lessons to be delivered to around 70,000 children enrolled in Learn to Swim programme
15 June 2022
Hydro Nation Scholars see innovation in action at Inverurie
As part of their summer school training programme, a group of 20 of the Scottish Government’s Hydro Nation Scholars attended Scottish Waters £21 million state-of-the-art Inverurie Waste Water Treatment Works, to learn more about the facility.
09 May 2022
Council Commits to Reduced Carbon 'Food-Print'
A Scots council has renewed a two-year contract to send its food waste to be used to generate renewable energy.
04 May 2022
Sewer Upgrade Opportunity for Emergency Services
Emergency services given rare opportunity for a live rescue exercise on a Scottish Water construction site
27 April 2022
Wildlife Reserve Sewer Choke Hard to Swallow
The Scottish Wildlife Trust is backing our Nature Calls campaign asking Scots to bin wipes, after chokes caused sewage spills at a popular North Lanarkshire wildlife reserve.
19 April 2022
Innovative Partnership Offers Route to a Greener Dram
An innovative new project is ‘distilling’ residues from Scotland’s famous whisky industry into sustainable, green energy
07 April 2022
Six City Top Up Taps for Glasgow
Scotland’s biggest city now has its own network of iconic Top up Taps to keep people hydrated while they are on the go and help protect the planet
03 April 2022
Reservoir Lowered to Prepare for City Deal Country Park Project
One of our reservoirs in the west region, Balgray Reservoir, has been lowered to carry out vital maintenance work ahead of a £19.5 million transformation of the Dams to Darnley Country Park in East Renfrewshire
01 April 2022
Paisley Reservoir Recovery - Mission Complete
A delicate operation to remove nine old bangers which had been dumped in a Paisley reservoir has been hailed a huge success
09 March 2022
Crookston Castle PS Pupil Names Tunnel Boring Machine 'The Crookie Monster'
A 10 year-old girl from Crookston Castle Primary School won a Scottish Water competition to name a tunnel boring machine which has just carried out key work on part of a project to improve water services for one million people
11 February 2022
Scottish Water Project Blooming in Glasgow's Southside
Cherry trees have been planted as part of our multi-million pounds investment to protect supplies for a million customers across Glasgow and Ayrshire
Scotland’s Beaches Achieve Best Bathing Water Quality Since 2015
Scotland’s bathing water quality is the best it has been since 2015 when tighter standards first came into force, with 99% of all sites now classified as sufficient or better for next season
13 December 2021
International Mountain Day call for Munro baggers to help WaterAid bring clean water to communities in Malawi
Scotland’s highest mountains will help provide clean water to communities in Malawi in a major new WaterAid fundraising effort.
11 December 2021
H2o-To-Go is a Winning Formula at Glasgow Science Centre
Our latest big blue Top Up Tap is now installed at Glasgow Science Centre so that everyone can discover the benefits of water and help protect the planet
06 December 2021
Innovative Partnership Delivers Community Energy Project
Read all about Scottish Water Horizons' involvement in a ground-breaking project to install one of the country’s most innovative and sustainable heating systems
22 November 2021
Lewis Peatland Restoration Projects Help Net Zero Drive
Scottish Water is working with communities on the Isle of Lewis to restore eroding, damaged peatlands and ensure they continue to act as vital carbon storage
02 November 2021
Innovation is Heating Up in Renfrewshire
Learn about Scottish Water's role in a ‘fifth generation’ heating network at Scotland's manufacturing innovation district in Renfrewshire
21 October 2021
Taking Big Steps to Enjoy Nations Top Up Taps Network
Scotland’s expanding network of distinctive water refill stations is set to inspire people to enjoy - and protect - the nation’s great outdoors this Autumn
18 October 2021
Scottish Water Joins Business Climate Collaboration Launch to Accelerate Climate Action
A group of Scotland’s leading businesses have joined forces to launch a new climate action initiative ahead of COP26 to accelerate the just transition to a net-zero future
12 October 2021
Pupils' Tunnel Vision For Water Network Project
Budding engineers have been learning all about our £2.8 million water network upgrade project in Oban
Scottish Water Supports Sustainable Approach to Hydration for COP26 Police Officers
The sustainable solution will give officers access to temporary water points set up at posts around the country
07 October 2021
Autumn Water Efficiency Call After Record Dry Summer
People across Scotland are being asked to use water efficiently this autumn
05 October 2021
Loch Thom Triumphs at Prestigious Civil Engineering Awards
Our £6.9m investment project at Loch Thom Reservoir in Inverclyde has scooped an award for innovation at this year’s Scottish Civil Engineering Awards
04 October 2021
New Commemorative Plaque at Milngavie Reservoirs
The man responsible for revolutionising Glasgow’s water supply has been honoured with a new plaque at Mugdock Reservoir
01 October 2021
BLOG: Helping Tackle Climate Crisis with WaterAid - Shirley Campbell
Shirley Campbell highlights our work with WaterAid to address climate change impact
17 September 2021
Olympic Hero Duncan Encourages Scots to Dive in
Olympic hero Duncan Scott is inspiring the biggest drive ever to encourage Scots of all ages and abilities to learn to swim.
01 September 2021
Olympic star Duncan inspires youngsters to return to pools
Thousands of young swimmers are celebrating the return of swimming lessons in pools across Scotland – with help from Olympic hero Duncan Scott
24 August 2021
New Partnership Will Help Older People Stay Hydrated
Scottish Water has joined forces with Age Scotland to encourage older poeple to drink enough water
26 July 2021
Call to Curb Irresponsible Behaviour at East Renfrewshire Beauty Spot
We're urging members of the public to respect Picketlaw Reservoir in Eaglesham, following recent acts of vandalism and fears for people’s safety
23 July 2021
On Yer Bike to Loch Katrine!
We're ready to welcome visitors back to one of Scotland’s top beauty spots – Loch Katrine
02 July 2021
Good VIBES: awards help recognise Environmental good practice
Scottish Water is again delighted to support good practice through the 2021 VIBES Scottish Environmental Business Awards
24 June 2021
Scottish Water and Friends Volunteer to Litter Pick
In support of Volunteers’ Week 2021, we joined forces with Friends of Milngavie Reservoir for a litter pick at Milngavie Reservoirs
04 June 2021
Community Asked to Help Put the Flow Back in St Leonard Park
Residents of St Mary's in Dundee are being urged to get involved in early proposals which could see water and wildlife brought into the heart of a local green space
02 June 2021
Glasgow's Smart Canal Win at Top Water Industry Awards
The 150-year-old Forth & Clyde Canal has been transformed with smart technology to tackle flooding and encourage regeneration the city.
28 May 2021
Reservoirs Helping to Promote Good Mental Health
This Mental Health Awareness Week we recognise the role our reservoirs play in allowing people to connect with nature and improving mental health
10 May 2021
