Northumbrian Water is preparing to engage with the Durham community through its forthcoming “Local Action” event, scheduled for Thursday, 23 May 2024, at Durham Town Hall, Market Place, Durham, DH1 3NJ. The event is timely, as it occurs amidst broader discussions surrounding the practices of private water companies in England, including those related to environmental management.
Community Engagement and Environmental Strategy
From 2 to 7 PM on 23 May 2024, Durham residents will have the opportunity to engage with Northumbrian Water directly with some of the team about their plans to work with partners and local people in their communities to improve the natural environment.
Zoe Frogbrook, Head of Environment and Sustainability at Northumbrian Water says: “We are really excited to meet with the customers we serve and community group representatives in Durham.”
“We are keen to talk to local people, in Durham, about our Environment Strategy; what we have been doing recently in their area and the big investments we are making in the coming years to restore and regenerate the natural environment”
Context of Industry-Wide Scrutiny
This community-focused event comes at a time when the water industry faces significant scrutiny. Issues such as sewage treatment and the management of discharge processes have been spotlighted following a tribunal’s mandate for increased transparency in the industry. These developments have fuelled discussions on the effectiveness and priorities of the privatisation model in the water sector, originally established in 1989.
Balancing Profit and Public Interest
The debate intensifies as instances of environmental concern become public through mandated disclosures, raising questions about the balance between corporate profitability and public welfare. These concerns underscore the calls from various stakeholders to reassess the privatisation model that has defined the industry for decades.
Engage with Northumbrian Water Experts: A Unique Opportunity
Don’t miss this unique chance to directly engage with key members of the Northumbrian Water team at the “Local Action” event on May 23, 2024, in Durham. Representatives who are prepared to address your concerns about sewage management, environmental impacts, and community initiatives will be present. This is your opportunity to ask specific questions about how their initiatives will influence the community and local ecosystems. Learn firsthand about Northumbrian Water’s plans for greater transparency in sewage data following the tribunal’s decision, ongoing infrastructure improvements, and how these efforts align with their commitment to environmental stewardship and public welfare.
