Private sewer systems – registration (further information)

Further to yesterday’s item on the registration of private septic tanks, it now seems the Government is having a re-think – at least in England. Defra says on its website “we are now undertaking a joint review with Government on the requirement to register small domestic sewage discharges in England, details of which will be announced in the next few weeks. While the review is underway, we will not require the registration of small domestic sewage discharges, including septic tanks, in England – although householders can still register if they wish.” However, in Wales, there is no re-think; registration is required by the end of this year. Information regarding the Government’s current position can be seen at Regulatory position statement 116.