Water companies in England and Wales explore ‘surge pricing’ during drought

<p>Suppliers could factor water scarcity into charges as part of Ofwat proposal to reduce consumption</p><p>Water companies could be allowed to raise bills for customers during periods of drought under proposals being considered by the sector’s regulator for England and Wales.</p><p>Suppliers would be permitted to factor “water scarcity” into bills as part of efforts to reduce consumption under Ofwat’s plans, which are being likened to surge pricing – the practice where private hire firms raise taxi fares at times of higher demand.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/aug/16/water-companies-england-and-wales-explore-surge-pricing-bills-drought">Continue reading...</a>