Written questions

Water Companies: Finance

Commons · Question 7614 · Tabled 8 Jun 2026 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record

Answered 11 Jun 2026

Question

Asked by Manuela Perteghella

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether steps will be taken to increase transparency in reporting on the allocation of revenue across infrastructure investment, executive remuneration, shareholder returns and custome

Answer

Answered by Emma Hardy, 11 Jun 2026

We have already taken steps to increase transparency of water company finances. Under the Water (Special Measures) Act, water companies are required to ensure the public has access to clear and concise information on their finances. In March 2026, Ofwat p...