Thames Water has been slapped with a staggering £3.3 million fine for what has been described as a “reckless” incident that occurred in 2017. During this incident, millions of litres of undiluted sewage were illegally pumped into rivers near Gatwick Airport, causing significant pollution. The sentencing hearing, which lasted for two days at Lewes Crown …
In times of severe water shortage, companies have the option to impose localized temporary use bans, commonly known as hosepipe bans. With successive summer droughts depleting reserves nationwide, water companies are actively encouraging customers to use water responsibly. However, the likelihood of facing a ban depends on the area you reside in, making it akin …
Essex and Suffolk Water Essex and Suffolk Water, owned by the Northumbrian Water Group which also owns Northumbrian Water, is taking proactive measures to manage their resources and does not foresee the need for any restrictions despite the potential of another hot dry summer. With their commitment to environmentally responsible practices, they are adequately prepared …
In a demonstration of the current challenges facing Thames, its primary shareholder has reportedly enlisted the expertise of restructuring and insolvency specialists from renowned law firm Clifford Chance. The Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System, which owns a significant 32% stake in Thames, appears hesitant to provide additional capital to the struggling company due to previous …