Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 59196

Severn Trent Water: Water Pollution

Tabled: 11 June 2025
Answered: 16 June 2025

Question

Dr Allison Gardner

LabourStoke-on-Trent South

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment his Department has made of the (a) adequacy of the performance of Severn Trent Water and (b) potential impact of water pollution on the environment.

Answer

Emma Hardy
Severn Trent has delivered a 4-star EPA performance for the past 5 years which is sector-leading. However, 2024 data demonstrated an increase in pollution incidents. The EA demands improved performance by implementing their action plans to improve their W...

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