Consumer UK water companies: Ofwat investigating all 11 England and Wales water firms over sewage pollution concerns By Alex Nelson Published 16th Jul 2024, 11:57 BST Comment Watch more of our videos on Shots! and live on Freeview channel 276 Visit Shots! now 🚨 Regulator Ofwat is probing all England and Wales water companies for pollution - as bills are set to rise Ofwat is investigating all 11 water companies in England and Wales for potential sewage pollution The regulator has issued enforcement notices to four companies Previous fines exceeding £300 million have been imposed on firms for breaching environmental obligations Ofwat's inquiry began in November 2021 and is described as its largest and most complex investigation Sewage spills into rivers and seas have surged, with 3.6 million hours reported in 2023, prompting public outrage Sign up to the weekly Cost Of Living newsletter. Saving tips, deals and money hacks.
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This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Notice and Terms of Service apply. Regulator Ofwat has said it is currently investigating all 11 water companies in England and Wales to determine if their sewage treatment facilities .
