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Thames Water: Public Consultation

Asked by John McDonnellLabourDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled Answered 26 March 2026UIN 122644

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether she has held discussions with Ofwat on the form of public consultation on a deal for the control of Thames Water.

Answered by Emma Hardy

We are working closely with Ofwat, who is evaluating the consortium’s proposals for Thames Water, to ensure that the best interests of customers and the environment are protected.

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