Burnham attacks water firms for treating public like ‘a blank cheque’ as bills set to rise
Andy Burnham today lashed out at water firms for treating their customers 'as a blank cheque' after five suppliers were given the go-ahead for another increase…
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Andy Burnham today lashed out at water firms for treating their customers 'as a blank cheque' after five suppliers were given the go-ahead for another increase in bills Ofwat has approved a new increase in charges for five of 13 suppliers across England and Wales Ofwat has already allowed water firms to put up bills by a staggering 36 per cent between 2025 and 2030, with eye-watering increases seen in 2025 and another 5.4 per cent on average from April this year. Where bills will rise, we recognise any increase is difficult and help is available for anyone struggling to pay.' Ofwat will consult on the draft decision until September 24, with a final verdict due in December. Creditors are looking to secure a rescue deal to stave off temporary nationalisation by the Government.
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Andy Burnham today lashed out at water firms for treating their customers 'as a blank cheque' after five suppliers were given the go-ahead for another increase in bills Ofwat has approved a new increase in charges for five of 13 suppliers across England and Wales Ofwat has already allowed water firms to put up bills by a staggering 36 per cent between 2025 and 2030, with eye-watering increases seen in 2025 and another 5.4 per cent on average from April this year.
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Where bills will rise, we recognise any increase is difficult and help is available for anyone struggling to pay.' Ofwat will consult on the draft decision until September 24, with a final verdict due in December.
according to Daily MailCreditors are looking to secure a rescue deal to stave off temporary nationalisation by the Government.
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