Water companies in England and Wales explore ‘surge pricing’ during drought
2 sources·Updated August 16, 2026

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- Guardian Business·11h agoWater companies in England and Wales explore ‘surge pricing’ during drought
Suppliers could factor water scarcity into charges as part of Ofwat proposal to reduce consumption Water companies could be allowed to raise bills for customers during periods of drought under proposals being considered by the sector’s regulator for England and Wales. Suppliers…
Read at Guardian Business → - Daily Mail News·12h agoWater companies could be allowed to charge customers more during droughts as watchdog considers giving green light to 'surge pricing'
The Water Services Regulation Authority will allow firms to fluctuate prices in a bid to reduce consumption.
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