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Business · 10 March 2026

CMA allows four water firms to raise bills above limits

CMA allows four water firms to raise bills above limits

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Millions of English households will now pay more for their water than anticipated, which may concern customers over affordability. On Tuesday, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) allowed four companies to raise annual bills. These companies, including Anglian, Southern, Wessex, and South East Water, will see average annual bills rise by 2.65% above original Ofwat limits.

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