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Burnham Warns Water Companies Against Treating Customers as 'Blank Cheque'
Andy Burnham has cautioned water companies against treating customers as a 'blank cheque' after Ofwat provisionally approved an extra £3.4 billion in spending, potentially leading to increased household bills.
13 Aug, 13:55 — 13 Aug, 14:53
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FTVery High7h ago
Burnham warns water companies against treating customers like ‘blank cheque’
Prime minister criticises Ofwat decision to allow suppliers to raise bills unexpectedly higher to pay for new projects
Read full article →The IndependentMostly Factual8h ago
Do not treat customers like a blank cheque, Burnham warns water companies
Some households are set to see increases to their bills after Ofwat gave suppliers the provisional go-ahead for an extra £3.4 billion in spending.
By Holly Williams
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First report: The Independent · 13 Aug, 13:55|Full coverage: 2 · 58m|Window: 58m
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