UK water regulator Ofwat has called for household water bills in England and Wales to be reduced by an average of £50 ($63) over five years, under proposed measures. The regulator has ordered water companies to invest an extra £12bn in maintaining pipes, pumps and plants. the Consumer Council for Water will also be obliged to encourage customers to reduce water consumption by up to 13% per person by 2025. The regulator warned companies will face greater penalties if they fail to address water leaks and sewerage spills. The final measures will be published on 11 December.
UK water regulator Ofwat has called for household water bills in England and Wales to be reduced by an average of £50 ($63) over five years, under proposed measures. The regulator has ordered water companies to invest an extra £12bn in maintaining pipes, pumps and plants. Utilities will also be obliged to encourage customers to reduce water consumption by up to 13% per person by 2025. The regulator warned companies will face greater penalties if they fail to address water leaks and sewerage spills. The final measures will be published on 11 December.