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Yes, if your water supply is interrupted for a certain period, you are usually entitled to compensation. For unplanned outages like this burst pipe, Thames Water's customer charter outlines specific thresholds for automatic payments. It's worth checking their website for details, as the amount depends on the duration of the disruption.
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