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Paul Cowan visiting his local pool for swimming classes to improve his mental health

South Ayrshire Swimmer Dives In to Boost Mental Heatlh

Paul Cowan has discovered solace and strength to improve his mental wellness at his weekly Learn to Swim sessions

13 May 2024
A settlement tank at Kemnay's Waste Water Treatment Works after being affected by unexplained variation in the incoming waste water that the site receives. The water at the top of the tank which would normally be clear shows a floating layer.

Appeal for Pollution Vigilance in Donside

Scottish Water is appealing to communities in Donside to be alert to any potential unauthorised use of the public sewer network by tankers

13 May 2024
The River Tay flowing through the historic centre of Perth

Key section of Perth’s ‘Super-Sewer’ Pipework Complete

THE majority of Scottish Water’s super sewer upgrade on Tay Street has been completed, with a section of the road set to reopen to traffic next month.

09 May 2024
Sample bottle being delivered to a customer

Kyle Residents Invited to Find Out More About Lead Pipe Replacement Project

Scottish Water is inviting residents in Kyle of Lochalsh to find out more about an on-going project to identify any remaining lead pipes in the area served by Kyle Water Treatment Works (WTW)

09 May 2024
Sarah and Elle at the top of West Kip in the Pentlands

Elle and Sarah’s Munro Challenge inspired by sibling rivalry

Scottish Water’s Elle Campbell and Sarah Szymanski are reigniting their competitive spirit, with the two sisters taking on the WaterAid Munro Challenge again this summer.

08 May 2024
examples of water butt planters installed on properties

Early Signs Prestwick Pilot Set To Be Stunning Success

An innovative flooding pilot project to offer free water butts and planters to a neighbourhood in Prestwick has seen more than half of residents keen to sign up to the scheme

07 May 2024
A group of people stand with their arms linked, facing towards the camera while standing on grassed area. On the right hand side, a person stands holding a water bottle and fills it under a blue Scottish Water top up tap.

Walk this Way to Scottish Water’s new Top-Up Tap in Ballater

Scottish Water has teamed up with the Ballater Walking Festival to launch its 116th Top-Up Tap.

03 May 2024
examples of water butt planters installed on properties

Pilot launches in Craigleith to reduce flooding

Scottish Water is launching an exciting pilot initiative to help reduce the risk of flooding in Craigleith.

03 May 2024
Partick Pumping Station

Hi-Tech Transformation for Glasgow Victorian Waste Water Pumping Station

One of the most important waste water facilities in Scotland has undergone a technological transformation 120 years after it was opened.

02 May 2024
Scottish Water Corporate Logo

Scottish Water Customer Service Recognised

Scottish Water Customer Service Recognised

02 May 2024
Some of the Orkney Water Treatment Team with the new electric vehicles

Scottish Water Powers Ahead with Switch to Electric Vehicles in Orkney

Scottish Water is powering ahead in its efforts to reach net zero emissions after its water treatment team in Orkney made the switch to electric vehicles (EVs)

01 May 2024
Finn Rush (4) refills his water bottle from Glasgow's newest Top Up Tap outside Buchanan Bus Station

One Million Plastic Bottles Saved as Glasgow Embraces Topping Up from the Tap

Glasgow’s growing network of water refill taps has now saved the equivalent of more than one million single-use plastic bottles, since Scottish Water installed the city’s first Top Up Tap in 2018. 

30 April 2024
Duncan Scott pictured in the swimming pool beside a child. They are both holding a float while swimming backwards.

Duncan Scott inspires next generation at Learn to Swim celebration in Fife

Learn to Swim Ambassador and Olympian, Duncan Scott, made a visit to Fife Sport and Leisure Trust to celebrate it being recognised as Learn to Swim Provider of the Year.

25 April 2024
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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
Learn to Swim teacher Lucy McCluskey gives Amanuel Akalu a lesson in the pool

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