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Written question asked by Fred Thomas (Labour) on Thursday, 19 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 23 March 2026. It was answered by Emma Hardy (Labour) on Tuesday, 24 March 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

Thames Water: Insolvency

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what contingency plans her Department has made help ensure suppliers are protected in the event that Thames Water enter Special Administration Regime.

Answer

The Government will always act in the national interest. While the company is stable, we stand ready for all eventualities – including being ready to apply for a Special Administration Regime if necessary.

In the event of a Special Administration Regime, the Special Administrator must ensure that a water company’s statutory functions continue to be provided – continuing the provision of water and wastewater services. We would also expect the Special Administrator to prepare key communications - including to their suppliers should a SAR be required.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
122370
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Insolvency Thames Water
Link
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