Government must end uncertainty for Thames Water workers and consumers, says GMB

GMB Union has today reacted to news that the government has rejected a proposed rescue deal for Thames Water.

Cliff Roney, GMB activist, former water worker, and contributor to Channel 4’s Dirty Business, said:

“It was clear from the outset that this deal would do nothing for consumers or the environment, and it’s a relief to see that government recognise that.

“As the government forges ahead with bringing rail companies back under public control, we urgently need them to do the same for the water companies.

 “Temporary nationalisation is not enough to end uncertainty for water workers, and it won’t fix the deep-seated problems with Thames Water.

 “Renationalisation is the only way to end this farce and protect consumers, water workers, and our precious waterways.”