News
Young anglers net cash from SSW 02/02/12
- Walsall-based South Staffs Water has given much needed help to an innovative project that aims to encourage vulnerable youngsters to steer them away from trouble by taking up angling as a hobby. (Read full news item.)
Water bills rise but still offer excellent value for money 31/01/12
- South Staffs Water today announced that average bills will rise by £10 for 2012-13. (Read full news item.)
Your views needed on SSW drought plan 09/01/12
- South Staffs Water is seeking views from householders, businesses and local organisations over how the company might manage droughts during the next few years. (Read full news item.)
New trustees needed for water charity 22/12/11
- Community spirited people are needed to join the trustees of a charity that assists people facing difficulties with paying their water bills. (Read full news item.)
Wrap your business up this winter 15/12/11
- Christmas is just days away, but as businesses shut up shop for the festive period South Staffs Water is urging bosses to ensure they don't return to work to find their workplace flooded. (Read full news item.)
Christmas bonus for SSW customer 15/12/11
- South Staffs Water customer, Mrs Hall of Brierley Hill, has an unexpected early Christmas present of £250 worth of "Love to Shop" vouchers, after taking part in one of our customer feedback surveys. (Read full news item.)
Work to begin on Huntington water mains 13/12/11
- Necessary works required to maintain important water supplies are set to start on Monday 12th December 2011 on the A34 Stafford Road, Huntington. (Read full news item.)
Wrap up warm to avoid burst pipes this winter 27/10/11
- Lots of people were caught out by the record low temperatures last winter, with frozen and burst pipes causing problems for many. So this year, as well as preparing to manage the possibility of more bursts on their water mains, South Staffs Water is advising its customers early to help them avoid the damage, cost and inconvenience of having burst pipes this winter. (Read full news item.)
South Staffordshire Plc Buys Cambridge Water 04/10/11
- I am delighted to announce that South Staffordshire Plc, which owns South Staffordshire Water, has acquired Cambridge Water. (Read full news item.)
SSW Customer Wins a Shopping Spree 6/09/11
- Lucky South Staffs Water customer, Mr A. from Brierley Hill, has won £250 worth of 'Love to Shop' vouchers after taking part in a customer service survey. (Read full news item.)
SSW staff reach their peak
- Six staff from Walsall based utility company, South Staffs Water, had a mountain to climb when they took on a challenge to raise cash for the international charity WaterAid. (Read full news item.)
Get your goggles ready and take the plunge at Blithfield for the British Heart Foundation
- With a few weeks to go, swimmers across the Midlands have been putting their hearts into preparing for the British Heart Foundation's (BHF) Heart of England Swim at Blithfield Reservoir near Abbots Bromley. The annual event, which launched last year, takes place on Sunday, 9th July. (Read full news item.)
Water resource statement 10/06/11
- South Staffs Water would like to reassure customers that the current water resource position for the Company is still relatively healthy despite below average rainfall during the past four months. (Read full news item.)
Improved facilities on Blithfield Walks means better view for bird lovers Press release: 09/06/11
- Birdwatchers and wildlife lovers can now get a better view of the huge variety of birds that visit Blithfield Reservoir and the woodland estate on its banks, following the installation of new hides. (Read full news item.)
Anglers boost fight against cancer Press release: 09/05/11
- Big hearted anglers have handed over £2,900 to a national cancer charity following a fun fly fishing match held at Blithfield Reservoir in Abbots Bromley – and with another match to go ahead later this month, the call has gone out for anglers to sign up to take part. (Read full news item.)
Launch of new boat at Blithfield welcomed by disabled anglers Press release: 10/03/11
- One of the Midlands' top trout fishing spots, Blithfield Reservoir at Abbots Bromley, hopes to attract many more disabled fishermen keen to get out on the water, thanks to the delivery of a specially designed and built wheelchair accessible boat. (Read full news item.)
Appointment of Managing Director of South Staffs Water
- The Board is delighted to announce that Liz Swarbrick has been appointed as Managing Director of South Staffs Water with immediate effect. (Read full news item.)
Work gets underway to replace Tamworth town centre water mains
- Work has now started on a major water main replacement project that will see disruption over the next three months around Tamworth town centre.(Read full news item.)
Repairs during extreme weather conditions
- Please note that during this period of extreme weather it has become necessary to restrict repair activity to emergency work only. (Read full news item.)
Icy weather catches out householders Press release: 08/12/10
- The current wintry conditions have left many of us out in the cold – with some householders suffering the misery, cost and inconvenience of frozen pipes. (Read full news item.)
Managing Director of South Staffs Water
- Jack Carnell, Managing Director of South Staffs Water, has decided to take early retirement with effect from 31 October 2010. (Read full news item.)
Lucky competition winner announced Press release: 29/09/10
- The winner of a water butt donated by South Staffs Water during a charity walk is Mr Neville of Hednesford. The prize was offered when staff from the company attended the Starlight Walk held last month to raise funds for the Walsall Hospice. (Read full news item.)
Blithfield stages contest to support war veterans Press release: 25/08/10
- Blithfield Reservoir is one of nine sites around England to hold a fly fishing contest in aid of registered charity, Fishing for Heroes. (Read full news item.)
Water workers take to bikes to beat bowel cancer Press release: 17/06/10
- Nine staff from South Staffs Water will be taking to the road on two wheels later this month in a quest to raise £20,000 for the charity, Beating Bowel Cancer. (Read full news item.)
Consumer Council for Water News Release - WATER WAY TO SPEND WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY Press release: 01/06/10
- This World Environment Day (Saturday 5 June 2010) the Consumer Council for Water wants to remind water consumers that they can save water, energy, and money, as well as cut down their household's carbon footprint, all by using water wisely. (Read full news item.)
South Staffs Water wants you to put your best foot forward Press release: 19th May 2010
- South Staffs Water, owner of the Blithfield Reservoir Estate, has opened up the land to public access for the first time. (Read full news item.)
Consumer Council for Water News Release - SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE FOR PAYING WATER BILLS Press release: 06/04/10
- For many water customers, the due date for water bills is fast approaching, and the Consumer Council for Water wants customers to know that support is available for those struggling to afford water and sewerage charges. (Read full news item.)
Consumer Council for Water News Release - IS SOMEONE YOU KNOW MISSING OUT ON THE EXTRA SERVICES PROVIDED BY YOUR WATER COMPANY? Press release: 10/03/10
- This Consumer Rights Day (Monday 15 March 2010), the Consumer Council for Water wants to be sure that South Staffordshire Water customers know about, and take advantage of the free, extra services available from their water company. (Read full news item.)
Householders warned as bogus callers target pensioners Press release: 04/02/10
- Pensioners are being urged to be especially vigilant following a spate of burglaries and bogus caller offences in the Black Country and West Midlands. (Read full news item.)
South Staffs Water Accepts Ofwat's Final Determination 26 January 2010
- South Staffs Water has today confirmed that it has accepted Ofwat's Final Determination, and as such will not be referring the regulator's decision to the Competition Commission for re-examination. (Read full news item.)
Ofwat sets bill changes for next five years Press release: 26/11/09
- South Staffs Water has today received Ofwat's Final Determination on bill changes for the next five years. (Read full news item.)
How ready are you for winter emergencies? Press release: 22/10/09
- Temperatures are starting to fall as we get set for winter – but are you really prepared if there’s a big freeze? A hard winter could cause havoc with your water pipes and cost a lot to repair, so South Staffs Water is offering householders tips to avoid such problems. (Read full news item.)
Public access to the Blithfield Estate allowed for the first time. Press release: 15/10/09
- South Staffs Water, owner of the Blithfield Reservoir Estate, has opened up the land to public access for the first time, allowing people to see the wealth of wildlife that inhabits the area. (Read full news item.)
Water lot of coffee! Press release: 15/10/09
- South Staffs Water has donated £2,000 in support of Macmillan Cancer Support's World’s Biggest Coffee Morning that was held on 25th September. (Read full news item.)
Bogus callers lead to call for vigilance by householders. Press release: 23/07/09
- Recent reports of bogus callers operating in the Bloxwich area have once again highlighted the importance of checking the identity of unexpected visitors. (Read full news item.)
Kids have fun learning about climate change. Press release: 01/07/09
- Caring South Staffs Water employees played host on Monday to a special day out for dozens of local school children. (Read full news item.)
As Britain basks in a heatwave, South Staffs Water is reminding everyone of the importance to health of drinking plenty of water. Press release: 01/07/09
- "Much of the body is made up of water – up to about 70 per cent in fact, so as we lose water through sweating, it is important to replenish it,"... (Read full news item.)
