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Andy Burnham calls for Thames Water nationalisation

Published Friday, June 5, 2026 · Updated June 6

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Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, has called for the nationalisation of Thames Water, England's largest water company. The company, which serves a quarter of the population, is burdened with approximately £20bn of debt and faces issues related to pollution.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Thames Water is England's largest water company, serving approximately a quarter of the population, and is burdened with about £20bn of debt.
  • Andy Burnham has called for the nationalisation of Thames Water.
  • Thames Water is facing issues related to pollution.

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  • The GuardianLeft-leaning

    The Guardian highlights the failures of privatized water companies, particularly Thames Water's debt and pollution issues, to advocate for public ownership and greater accountability in the water industry, supporting Andy Burnham's call for nationalisation.

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