Ofwat deal to waive fines would ‘let Thames Water off the hook again’

GMB Union has reacted to reports that Thames Water and Ofwat are negotiating a deal that could see the company avoid further fines until 2030 in return for commitments to invest in the business.

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

“All Thames Water customers know that after years of broken promises on bills, investment, and pollution, the company’s word is meaningless.

“Ofwat needs to grow a spine and not let Thames Water off the hook yet again.

“Renationalisation is the only way to stop rate payers being exploited and ensure our water industry receives the investment it so badly needs.”