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Water Bills in England and Wales Could Hit £2,000

5/8/2025

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Household water bills in England and Wales may soar to £2,000 by 2050, according to Ofwat, driven by urgent investments in water supply and infrastructure. Campaigners are raising their voices for public ownership, highlighting the consequences of underinvestment and pollution, while demanding accountability for the regulatory failures plaguing water management.

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Story summary

Household water bills in England and Wales may soar to £2,000 by 2050, according to Ofwat, driven by urgent investments in water supply and infrastructure. Campaigners are raising their voices for public ownership, highlighting the consequences of underinvestment and pollution, while demanding accountability for the regulatory failures plaguing water management.