Summary
Thames Water, a large UK water company, faces financial trouble with nearly £20 billion in debt. The company has increased its profits by raising customer bills and is in talks with the government to secure a rescue plan. If no plan is agreed upon soon, Thames Water may need government management to continue operating.
Key Facts
- Thames Water has accumulated nearly £20 billion in debt.
- The company raised customer bills, leading to increased profits.
- It is in talks with the government and regulators for a rescue plan.
- Administrators are ready to step in if the company collapses.
- A group of major creditors has proposed a plan to invest in the company and reduce debt by forgiving part of it.
- The proposal suggests creditors would give up a quarter of what they are owed.
- Customer complaints about raised bills have nearly doubled from last year.
- Thames Water promises that water services will not be interrupted despite financial issues.
