Water bills set to rise for many after firms permitted extra funding
Ofwat has given provisional approval for 13 water companies to charge customers more to pay for investments.
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Notable Quotes
"real money out of family budgets at a time when they are struggling with the cost of living"
— Andy Burnham , Politician
"We will track performance to ensure companies are delivering the expected improvements for customers and the environment."
— Helen Campbell , Executive
"Ofwat waving through yet more water bill hikes is an insult."
— Amy Fairman , Activist
Key People
Amy Fairman is from the campaign group River Action, advocating for better water management.
Andy Burnham is the chief minister of Jersey and a prominent Labour Party figure.
Helen Campbell is the executive director of delivery at Ofwat.
Kierra Box is a water campaigner at Friends of the Earth, focused on environmental issues related to water.
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Ofwat has given provisional approval for 13 water companies to charge customers more to pay for investments.
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