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Ofwat proposes £280,000 enforcement package for Hafren Dyfrdwy
Ofwat has proposed a £280,000 enforcement package against Hafren Dyfrdwy after an investigation found the company failed to manage its sewer network effectively, leading to excessive storm overflow spills. The package funds two stormwater balancing tanks at Llansantffraid and a wetland habitat scheme, paid for by the company and its shareholders rather than customer bills, with a decision due after a consultation closing 6 November.
Our readOfwat choosing remediation works over a straight fine is becoming its default move, which means a company's storm overflow record now buys it physical obligations rather than just a penalty notice.
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