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Water firms hike bills while announcing boosts to shareholder dividends
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WATER firms were accused of “government-sanctioned daylight robbery” today after confirming bills would rise at the same time as shareholder dividends.
United Utilities, which serves millions across Manchester and Liverpool, is set to increase bills by 32 per cent over five years, after negotiations with regulator Ofwat.
South West Water, owned by Pennon, will introduce hikes of 23 per cent.
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