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Aug 13, 2026 at 12:09 PM ET
Burnham warns water firms against higher unexpected bills
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Prime minister Burnham criticises Ofwat’s decision allowing water suppliers to raise bills unexpectedly.
WHO: Prime minister Burnham
WHAT: Warned water companies against treating customers like a “blank cheque” after Ofwat allowed higher bills for new projects.
WHEN: Reported Aug 13, 2026 at 10:53 AM ET
WHERE: United Kingdom
WHY: He reacted to Ofwat’s decision allowing suppliers to raise bills unexpectedly higher to pay for new projects.
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