A significant situation is unfolding in the UK, where Thames Water, the country’s largest water company, narrowly avoided falling under government control. With private equity stepping in, it’s likely Thames Water bills will rise sharply. This situation highlights the ongoing challenges in the global water sector, particularly around infrastructure investment and pricing pressures – issues that are relevant to the Australian market as we work to ensure the sustainability and resilience of our own water utilities. Read the BBC’s report here.