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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Eleanor Barlow

Andy Burnham accuses water companies of ‘profiteering’ during cost-of-living crisis

Andy Burnham has launched a scathing attack on "profiteering" water companies, demanding United Utilities cancel its final dividend payment to shareholders in August.

The Greater Manchester Mayor argued the money should instead be used to lower consumer costs, following a surge in the North West-based firm's profits after increasing bills.

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