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MARCH 2017 WET NEWS 3 WET News is registered at Stationers' Hall. Origination by Faversham House and TR Clash Ltd. Printed by Buxton Press, Palace Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6AE. Copyright 2017. Faversham House. No part of this publication may be reproduced without prior written permission from the publishers. Every eŠ ort is made to ensure the accuracy of material published in WET News. However, Faversham House will not be liable for any inaccuracies. The views expressed by contributors are not necessarily those of the editor or publishers. The text and cover paper are manufactured from certi‹ ed sustainable sources and are produced with reduced environmental impacts via a recognised and independently audited management scheme. Technical articles of full page, or more appearing in this journal are indexed by British Technical Index. Editor Maureen Gaines: maureengaines@fav-house.com Ad sales Deborah Lilley: deborahlilley@fav-house.com Classifi ed sales Danielle Mason: daniellemason@fav-house.com Production controller Sharon Miller: sharonmiller@fav-house.com Publisher Angela Himus: angelahimus@fav-house.com Published by Faversham House Ltd, Faversham House, Windsor Court, Wood Street, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 1UZ Call: 01342 332000 1yr: UK £115 Overseas (airmail) £129/$181 2yr: UK £203 Overseas (airmail) £231/$324 Tel: 01342 332 2031 Email: subscriptions@fav-house.com Search WET News' archives for more jobs, news, features, products and services, events and training courses. wwtonline.co.uk WET News is a member of the Independent Press Standards Organisation (which regulates the UK's magazine and newspaper industry). We abide by the Editors' Code of Practice and are committed to upholding the highest standards of journalism. If you think that we have not met those standards and want to make a complaint, please contact the editor. If we are unable to resolve your complaint, or if you would like more information about IPSO or the Editors' Code, contact IPSO on 0300 123 2220 or visit www.ipso.co.uk Average circulation Jan-Dec 2016: 6,110 P ipe specialists have welcomed the agreement of a new British Standard for potable water pipes conveying drinking water across contaminated land. The new standard (BS 8588) outlines the requirements for polyethylene pressure pipe with an aluminium barrier layer and associated • ttings, which are typically used for potable water supply in contaminated ground such as brown• eld sites. It has been welcomed by the BPF (British Plastics Federation) Pipes Group, the trade association which represents manufacturers of plastic piping systems across the UK. Since 2007, Water Industry Speci• cation (WIS) 4-32-19 has speci• ed the materials and performance of piping systems. At the time, these products oŒ ered a new and innovative means to transport drinking water through brown• eld sites without the need for extensive remedial work. Now ten years on and with an New standard for potable water pipes on contaminated land welcomed increasing emphasis on land reuse, polyethylene pipes with an aluminium barrier layer are routinely used on large development sites. The long lengths oŒ ered by coiled pipes minimise the number of joints required, saving time and the risk of contamination. The Water Industry Speci• cation and the products " BS 8588 outlines the requirements for pipes typically used for potable water supply in contaminated ground such as brown‹ eld sites. manufactured to it are now so successful in dealing with the problem of laying potable water pipes through contaminated land that manufacturers and water suppliers have been keen to ensure protection oŒ ered to consumers through rigorous testing was further encouraged through translation of the requirements into a British Standard. Mike Shepherd, Water UK standards manager, who chaired the dra• ing group, said: "The water companies, WRAS and manufacturers have worked together to accomplish the publication of BS 8588. I am pleased that the British Standard retains all elements of Natural England's new approach to great crested newt mitigation will avoid costly delays to developers. Natural England's deluded plan to allow destruction great crested newt habitat, forcing tax-payer funded solution using Council land @langtonlangton The great crested newt getting a shout out there by #SajidJavid. That's an excuse for the broken housing market I've not heard before... @rachel_morrad Great crested newt surveys can start next month. Newts have a short survey period so don't miss your opportunity! #wildlifeWednesday @ArcusConsultant W orkers building South West Water's (SWW) new £60M state-of- the-art water treatment works for Plymouth and the surrounding area raised their hard hats in celebration to mark 300 days of progress since construction started. In the 300 days worked since the construction team for SWW's Mayflower WTW starts to take shape SWW's Mayž ower WTW put the • rst spade in the ground in April 2016, the team has: • Laid 5,000m3 cubic of concrete • Fixed 965 tonnes of steel • Moved 72,000 tonnes of earth • Laid 7,380m of new pipeline • Issued 808 drawings and 4,042 documents • Worked 122,555 hours without injury. "…the British Standard retains all elements of the Water Industry Speci‹ cation and ensures that systems tested to its requirements will continue to be a reliable solution for protecting drinking water" Mike Shepherd, Water UK Brexit: Good news for developers but not such good news for Newts @jtecono Uncertain times for #GreatCrestedNewt protection in the UK #Brexit @ARGroupsUK @ WildlifeTrusts @JGueniou What is a contingency plan? A fl ood contingency plan is a plan designed to help an organisation respond effectively to a possible future fl ood event. A contingency plan will enable a fl exible response to problems caused by fl ooding. Why is it important to have one? Floods can happen in a fl ash and without warning. A fl ood contingency plan will help maximize staff safety, minimize property damage and consequent business interruption in a fl ood event. Flooding is a huge problem for the UK – and is predicted to get much worse with climate change. DO YOU HAVE A FLOOD CONTINGENCY PLAN? Book your FREE fl ood survey today! *See website for full terms and conditions CD RANGE NC SERIES Heater & Dehumidifi er Sale Orders PLUS... WE'RE OFFERING 15% OFF HEAVY DUTY DIESEL PUMPS ARE A KEY PART OF YOUR WATER MANAGEMENT SOLUTION FOR A FREE, NO OBLIGATION FLOOD CONTINGENCY SURVEY SPEAK TO YOUR LOCAL SLD SALES TEAM ON: Or visit: www.sldpumpspower.co.uk for more information 0800 146 763 * the Water Industry Speci• cation and ensures that systems tested to its requirements will continue to be a reliable solution for protecting drinking water." The BPF Pipes Group members remind purchasers that WRAS approval is given to the whole piping system. Dominic O'Sullivan, of GPS PE Piping Systems, explained: "The true bene• t of installing these barrier systems is peace of mind for water suppliers and their consumers when it comes to the quality of water at the tap. Water UK will archive WIS 4-32- 19 when the new British Standard is published, and will encourage speci• ers to reference the new standard.

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