Millions in England and Wales face higher water bills for £3.4bn extra spending

The Guardian · first seen 13.08.2026

Water companies in England and Wales have been cleared to spend an additional £3.4bn, leading to higher bills for millions of households to fund new infrastructure like datacentres and homes.

Water companies permitted £3.4bn in extra spending
Funds will support new homes and datacentres
Comes on top of a £104bn investment program raising bills 36% through the decade

Sources

The Guardian — Millions face higher water bills as suppliers allowed £3.4bn extra spending

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