Anglian Water fined millions for sewage discharges
Anglian Water has been fined millions by Ofwat for illegal sewage discharges, marking one of the largest penalties in UK water industry history.
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Anglian Water fined £2.65m for sewage pollution
Anglian Water has been hit with a £2.65 million fine for illegally discharging sewage into rivers. Read how the water regulator Ofwat uncovered the scandal.
Hosepipe bans as water firms lose billions in leaks
Water companies in the UK are enforcing hosepipe bans while losing billions of litres daily due to leaks. Critics question Ofwat's effectiveness in holding firms accountable.
Ofwat scrutinised as water bills soar
UK water regulator Ofwat is under pressure as consumers face soaring bills amid complaints of inadequate service and environmental negligence by water companies.
Report: UK water sector needs urgent reform
A new report highlights the urgent need for reform in the UK's water industry, criticising excessive bureaucracy and calling for practical solutions.
Cunliffe review calls for urgent water sector reforms
A damning review by Jon Cunliffe highlights systemic failures in England and Wales' water sector, urging Ofwat to implement sweeping reforms to protect consumers and the environment.
Ofwat review exposes water industry sewage failures
A damning review reveals systemic failures in England and Wales' water industry, with sewage spills and poor regulation under scrutiny.
Scrap Ofwat: Fixing Britain's broken water system
The UK's water crisis demands radical action. Scrapping Ofwat and holding Thames Water executives accountable could be the first steps towards fixing a broken system.
UK water pollution scandal: Firms 'getting away with' damage
Labour accuses the government of allowing water companies to pollute England's rivers and seas while regulators turn a blind eye. Calls for urgent reforms grow louder.
New watchdog to oversee water firms amid bill and pollution crisis
A new regulatory body is set to monitor water companies in England and Wales following widespread criticism over soaring bills and environmental damage.
Water bills to rise as Ofwat may be abolished
Households across the UK could see their water bills skyrocket as regulators propose scrapping Ofwat, raising concerns over affordability and service quality.
Ofwat axes water industry rules amid sewage crisis
The UK water regulator Ofwat has abolished crucial industry regulations, raising concerns over sewage management and environmental impact.
Water industry faces nationalisation calls amid failures
Growing pressure mounts to bring England's water sector back into public hands as critics slam privatised firms for soaring bills and environmental failures.
Water bills may rise as UK industry faces reforms
Ofwat faces calls for an overhaul as a new review suggests higher bills may be needed to fund critical water infrastructure improvements.
Govt investigates Welsh Water over pollution, finances
The UK government and environmental regulators are probing Welsh Water over concerns about pollution and financial mismanagement, with potential implications for customers and investors.
Govt may nationalise Thames Water amid financial crisis
The UK government is reportedly considering placing Thames Water under special administration as the debt-laden utility faces potential collapse. Read more on the looming water crisis.
UK government accused of water pollution failures
Labour's Steve Reed accuses ministers of neglecting water pollution, as new data reveals alarming environmental oversight.
UK Replaces Ofwat with New Water Regulator
The UK government is set to replace Ofwat with a new, more robust water regulator in a bid to overhaul the struggling sector and ensure better service for consumers.
Labour calls for Ofwat review over water company failures
Amid growing concerns over water company performance, Labour's Jim McMahon demands an independent review of Ofwat's regulatory framework to ensure accountability and better service for consumers.
Ofwat warns water firms over poor performance
The head of Ofwat has issued a stark warning to water companies, demanding better service for customers amid rising bills and environmental concerns.
UK water firms face scrutiny over environmental failures
Water firms in England and Wales are under fire for repeated environmental breaches, with calls for stricter oversight and penalties.
Water Commission demands Ofwat reform
The Independent Water Commission has urged a major overhaul of Ofwat, proposing an integrated regulator to address systemic issues in the water sector.
Ofwat told to crack down on polluting water firms
Steve Reed, the new Environment Secretary, has instructed Ofwat to take stringent action against water companies failing to curb pollution, promising tougher penalties and accountability.
Labour attacks Ofwat over water industry failures
Shadow Environment Secretary Steve Reed accuses Ofwat of negligence and calls for urgent reforms to protect consumers from rising bills and sewage pollution.
Water bills to soar despite system reforms
UK households face steep rises in water bills as regulators attempt to fix the broken system. Find out why costs are increasing and what it means for you.
Ofwat overhaul: New water ombudsman for England & Wales
The UK government announces sweeping reforms to Ofwat, introducing a new water ombudsman to handle rising consumer complaints and improve accountability in the water sector.
Water companies face unlimited fines in overhaul
Water firms in England face tougher penalties and stricter oversight as the government cracks down on pollution and poor performance.
Labour to abolish Ofwat in water regulation overhaul
Labour announces plans to abolish Ofwat, the water regulator, and replace it with a new body to tackle sewage spills and rising bills. Here’s what you need to know.
Sewage leaks and rising bills spark UK outrage
Ministers and water regulator Ofwat are under scrutiny as households across the UK face rising bills while sewage spills continue to plague rivers and coastlines.
Ofwat to be scrapped in water regulation overhaul
The UK government is set to abolish Ofwat and replace it with a new water regulator, signalling a major overhaul of the industry's oversight.
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