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RNS Number : 5601W  United Utilities Group PLC  16 July 2024

16 July 2024

 

United Utilities Group PLC

Ofwat wastewater treatment investigation

 

In 2021 Ofwat launched an industry wide investigation into how companies
manage their wastewater assets. Ofwat has announced that United Utilities
Water (UUW) will be included alongside other companies who have previously
been the subject of enforcement investigations since 2022.

 

UUW has received an information request relating to the performance and
operation of its wastewater assets. We will respond to the data request to
provide Ofwat with the information it requires to undertake its investigation.
Issuing the information request does not imply that Ofwat will conclude that
formal enforcement action and/or a financial penalty will be imposed.

 

We understand and share people's concerns about the health of the environment
and the operation of wastewater systems, including combined sewer overflows.
UUW is delivering billions of pounds of investment in environmental
improvements. We have a dedicated 500 strong team working across the region,
driving reductions in the number of spills. This team comprises some of the
best data scientists, engineers and construction experts who are innovating
and accelerating progress for the benefit of customers, communities and the
environment in the North West.

 

We will continue to work openly and constructively with Ofwat to comply with
the formal notice issued as part of its ongoing industry investigation.

 

 

Contacts

 Investors and Analysts
 Chris Laybutt, Investor Relations and Clean Energy Strategy Director  +44 7769 556 858
 Jenny Platt, Investor Relations Manager                               +44 7733 064 907
 Media
 Gaynor Kenyon, Corporate Affairs Director                             +44 7753 622 282
 Graeme Wilson, Teneo Communications                                   +44 207 353 4200

 

 

 

 

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