Survey: Water firms in England and Wales fear 'challenging' and 'unpredictable' cost pressures

Stuart Stone
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Almost one-in-ten water company leaders claim rising costs will see firms struggle to meet regulatory targets for tackling sewage spills and boosting customer service, survey finds

Many water industry leaders across England and Wales are expecting "challenging" and "unpredictable" financial pressures over the coming years as they seek to invest in reducing sewage spills, boosting...

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