The Rest Is Money 52. When privatisation fails: Why is the water industry drowning in debt?
Apr 24, 2024
Exploring the financial challenges in the UK water industry, focusing on Thames Water's debt burden, privatization impact on efficiency, sewage spills, ownership structures, and regulatory failures. Discussing the complexities of debt structure, investment disputes, and potential consequences like special administration or nationalization.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Privatization of Water Industry and Financial Implications
02:13 • 10min
Challenges of Sewage Spills and Environmental Contamination by Water Companies
11:51 • 2min
Analysis of Water Quality, Ownership, and Regulatory Failures
13:38 • 3min
Exploring the Complex Debt Structure in the Water Industry
16:25 • 3min
Debate Over Water Industry Investment and Regulation
19:25 • 12min