I strongly believe that properly regulated private markets are the best way to meet the ongoing needs of water customers and the environment. I do not support re-nationalising the water industry and I am glad that the Government has no intention of doing so.
Since privatisation, the sector has seen £150 billion of investment, thanks to which consumers are now 5 times less likely to suffer from interruptions to their water supply. I am also pleased that Government and regulators continue to put pressure on the water companies to do more to enhance the environment and provide customers with the reliable and resilient service they expect.
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