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Many water companies fail to adequately protect and compensate consumers during high-impact incidents.

Conclusion
Evidence suggests that some water companies are not sufficiently protecting or compensating their consumers before, during or after high impact incidents such as supply interruptions and sewer flooding. Regulatory steps are being taken to address most of these concerns, although it remains to be seen if these new measures will be effective. (Conclusion, Paragraph 71)
Timeline
Recommendation age 1.0 yr
Report published 16 Jun 2025