The £13.7 billion investment plan aims to support 30,000 jobs, reduce the chance of future hosepipe bans, ensure sustainable water supplies, and double financial support for customers
The £13.7 billion investment plan outlined by United Utilities last week is the 'most ambitious' the North West’s water company has ever set out, according to the company.
Strong progress has been made in improving the River Mersey over recent decades, with £3 billion invested since 1991, and this business plan builds on that. For those facing difficulties with their household finances, support packages will aim to help more than 86,000 customers in Merseyside with their water bills. The plan also proposes that around 1,500 people will be employed in the area, including apprentices and graduates.
"Our ambitious plan is positive news for the economy with the creation of more skilled jobs; positive news for our customers through our £525 million affordability support package; and positive news for the environment with a target to reduce storm overflow operation by more than 60 per cent by 2030.
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