Economic regulation of the water industry in England and Wales
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Friday, June 5, 2020
This briefing paper provides an overview of the economic regulation of the water industry in England and Wales.
Key Points:
- This briefing paper provides an overview of the economic regulation of the water industry in England and Wales.
- The water industry in England and Wales was privatised in 1989.
- Consequently, there is a need for economic regulation of the industry to ensure that the industry delivers value for consumers and the environment.
- Ofwat (the Water Services Regulation Authority) is the economic regulator from the water industry in England and Wales.