Lib Dems claim big win as Ofwat scrapped in campaign to end sewage scandal
Lib Dems claim big win as Ofwat scrapped in campaign to end sewage scandal
Worcestershire Liberal Democrats have welcomed the news that Ofwat is being replaced by a tougher water regulator as a victory for local people.
Scrapping Ofwat and bringing in much stronger regulation of water companies to tackle sewage dumping was a key commitment in the Liberal Democrat manifesto last year. The Liberal Democrats have been calling for Ofwat to be scrapped for over three years once the extent of the sewage scandal become clear.
Parliamentary spokesperson for West Worcestershire Dan Boatright-Greene responded to the news:
“It is great to see action finally being taken to tackle the sewage dumping we have witnessed in our local rivers. The clean up of our rivers, after years of the Conservatives turning a blind eye to this scandal, is a long journey but this is a step in the right direction.
"The Liberal Democrats have led the way in demanding tougher action against sewage pollution, soaring bills and bloated bonuses for water company bosses.
“This wouldn’t be happening without the incredible support we received from people across West Worcestershire at the general election last year. I heard from countless people who were furious about the state of our local rivers, and the water companies being let off the hook.
“This fight is far from over. The government must now get on with setting up a new, stronger regulator to hold water companies to account.
“I will continue to relentlessly fight to ensure sewage spills are stopped, bills brought down, and our waterways cleaned up for everyone to enjoy in future.”
The Liberal Democrats first called for Ofwat to be scrapped in 2022