South East Water
South East Water pays out £2.3m in dividends amid widened losses and Ofwat probe
The supplier reported pre-tax losses of £18.1 million for the six months to September 30, against losses of £12.7 million a year earlier.
By Holly Williams, PA Business Editor
Watchdog to probe South East Water for ‘failing’ customers over supply
Ofwat said it is investigating possible failures by the utility company to develop and maintain an efficient water supply system.
By Anna Wise, PA Business Reporter
Under-fire water sector pledges to fix pollution issues and create jobs
Listed firms Pennon, United Utilities and Yorkshire Water saw shares rise after outlining their investment plans for 2025 to 2030.
By Holly Williams, PA Business Editor
Reservoirs fuller than last year, says Severn Trent Water
The Midlands and Wales supplier said it is ‘well-positioned’ for the summer.
By August Graham, PA Business Reporter
Ofwat asks for ‘urgent meeting’ with South East Water because of hosepipe ban
The regulator said “transformative change” is needed at the company to ensure it delivers the service customers deserve.
By Danny Halpin, PA Environment Correspondent
Water company blames people working from home for hosepipe ban
Chief executive David Hinton claimed that people working from home was a ‘key factor’ behind the ban.
By Cameron Henderson, PA
