The Briefing Room Why is the water industry in so much trouble?
May 9, 2024
Journalist David Aaronovitch and a panel of experts discuss the challenges faced by Thames Water, including regulatory control, financial structures, and sustainability issues in the UK water industry. They explore the impacts of privatization, state ownership, and the need for effective regulation to ensure fair market practices and infrastructure investments.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
History, Regulation, Ownership, and Challenges in the Water Industry
01:32 • 14min
Exploring Regulatory Control and Industry Dynamics
15:44 • 2min
Challenges and Sustainability in the UK Water Industry
17:50 • 2min
Financial Engineering and Regulatory Oversight in Privatized Companies
19:35 • 7min
Challenges of State Ownership and Regulation in the Rail Industry
26:15 • 3min