Thames Water Demands Water Bill Hike
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water bill increase limitBBC UK
•'People are right to be angry', says water boss
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UK 's largest water company wants to hike bills by almost 60% over a five-year period.
Regulator Ofwat proposed an average Â19 a year ceiling on water bill rises, with a final decision due in December .
Water firms have faced a fierce backlash over sewage discharges and leaks in recent years .
Critics say companies have neglected investment in favour of executive bonuses.
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