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<p>Through the Government’s Storm Overflows Discharge Reduction Plan, we have set
stringent targets for water companies to reduce the use of storm overflows, driving
the largest infrastructure programme in water company history of £60 billion over
25 years. We expect water companies to utilise a natural capital approach, considering
carbon reduction and biodiversity net gain, as well as catchment level and nature-based
solutions in their planning where possible.</p><p> </p><p>Water company investment
in environmental improvements has been scaled up to £7.1 billion over the period 2020
– 25. This includes £3.1 billion invested in storm overflow improvements specifically.
Moreover, we expect water companies to use the next five-year Price Review period
(2025-2030) to set bold and ambitious plans that deliver for people and the environment.</p><p>
</p><p>On 11 March, the Government announced additional fast-tracked investment of
£180m over the next 12 months into improving sewer infrastructure. This is expected
to prevent more than 8000 sewage spills polluting English waterways.</p>
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