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Anglian and South West Water to Pay Out £86m over Wastewater Spills
Ofwat fined Anglian Water £62.8 million and South West Water £24 million after investigations found failures in managing sewage networks and storm overflows.
- On 9 September 2025, Ofwat imposed a total fine of £86.8 million on two UK water companies for failing to properly manage their wastewater systems, resulting in sewage spills across England.
- The fines were imposed after investigations revealed that both companies did not properly manage, service, and improve their sewage treatment facilities and infrastructure, leading to excessive storm overflow discharges.
- Ofwat highlighted inadequate processes and oversight at senior management and board levels, resulting in assets that could not cope with sewage flows and legal requirements.
- Senior director Lynn Parker emphasized that the violations committed by the companies are grave and intolerable, confirming that Anglian Water must pay a £62.8 million fine while South West Water faces a £24 million penalty.
- Both companies acknowledged their mistakes and are working to return to compliance, while Ofwat is prioritising a sector-wide inquiry to hold wastewater firms accountable amid public calls for transformative change.
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