Ofwat proposes nearly $15 million penalty on Wessex Water for sewage failures

Ofwat has proposed a £11 million ($14.8 million) penalty against Wessex Water for failing to maintain its wastewater network, resulting in sewage spills. This is part of a broader investigation into wastewater management, with total penalties exceeding £240 million this year. Wessex Water will fund the penalty without passing costs to customers. Despite past investments of over £150 million since 2020, further compliance measures are necessary. A public consultation will precede Ofwat's final decision on the enforcement package.