The Latest Breaking News from Thames Water

Thames Water, like other water companies, had no debt at the time of privatisation. But since 1989, these utility firms have borrowed vast sums to pay out more than £65 billion in dividends. Privatisation was of course supposed to drive investment. Instead it has fallen. Taxpayers and bill payers have been…

Oxford Boat Race coach criticizes Thames pollution, raising health concerns and calls for action. E.coli contamination and sewage spills prompt worries for...

Call for environmental emergency to be declared after data reveals 105% rise in raw sewage discharges over past 12 months

Traditional celebration by some winning crews could be a thing of the past

Boat Race organisers have issued new safety guidance for the race on Saturday, warning rowers not to enter the water and to cover any open wounds

Troubled utilities firm at risk of running out of money by end of April or of cash crunch

Party calls for firm to be wound up as it seeks shareholder bailout, higher bills and lower fines

Party to call for measures to stop companies prioritising profit over environment at spring conference

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