The Latest Breaking News from Thames Water

Exclusive: UK’s biggest water company assessed risks before cutting back on cost of environmental work, investigation shows

Consumer groups said the bill rises will be more than many households can afford, as campaigners accused Ofwat of caving to pressure from firms.

Exclusive: Long-awaited decision by water regulator Ofwat falls short of utility’s requested 59% rise

A High Court judge ruled on Tuesday that the utility’s restructuring plan could be put to creditors for approval.

Thames Water, England’s biggest water company, will run out of money by March if restructuring plans are not approved

Thames Water, England’s biggest water company, will run out of money by March if restructuring plans are not approved.

Decision came after protesters called on judges to block a financial bailout they say will cost customers £250 a year

Under the new rules, Thames Water will have to pay customers much higher sums

We have long since got used to our corporate crown jewels being raided by foreign buyers: Roll-Royce Motors, Land Rover, Harrods, Heathrow, even Weetabix and Polos are all in the stewardship of overseas owners. Vital public services such as Thames Water are also not excluded from the list.