Andy Burnham government issues statement over water bill 'surge pricing' for households

The UK has suffered in five gruelling heatwave thus far this summer.

Suppliers could factor water scarcity into charges as part of Ofwat proposal to reduce consumption Water companies could be allowed to raise bills for customers during periods of drought under proposals being considered by the sector’s regulator for England and Wales. Suppliers would be permitted to factor “water scarc

Andy Burnham to tackle issues 'ignored by Westminster' on second week of summer tour  GB News

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Households could face a hike in water bills during droughts under new plans  lbc.co.uk

WATER firms will be allowed to charge higher prices during droughts as part of new Government-backed plans. Suppliers can impose “surge pricing” and factor water “scarcity” into bills, as Brits were warned to use less water in their homes. It comes despite Andy Burnham last week slamming firms for winning approval to c

“For too long, this issue has been ignored. But not on my watch," the Prime Minister said earlier this week ahead of the Government statement

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Burnham vows to address 'ignored by Westminster' in summer tour of UK  ITVX

Andy Burnham may be tempted by a snap election. Would it be wise?  The Times

Mr Burnham visited a family-run potato farm near Truro, Cornwall, on Saturday that has been affected by the drought.

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The UK has entered its fifth successive heatwave. More than 70% England and all of Wales are now under drought conditions. That means 45 million people are now living in a drought area in England, with more than 27 million facing water use restrictions. Dangerous wildfires are have been blazing across the country. Fire