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The article discusses the importance of ensuring that underground Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) attenuation assets meet necessary standards, certifications, and approvals to function as intended over time. Different asset owners in the UK, such as water companies in England and Scottish Water in Scotland, have specific requirements for approving SuDS. Due diligence is crucial in selecting products that comply with relevant standards, certifications, and approvals, including British Standards and specific guidelines like the Welsh Government's Statutory Standards for Sustainable Drainage Systems. Compliance with these requirements is essential for the long-term effectiveness of SuDS assets. [Extracted from the article] |