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Burnham, take note: water shareholders have their uses – they can be squeezed for cash | Nils Pratley

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Water IndustryPennonUtilitiesBusinessAndy Burnham

Owner of South West Water, Bristol Water and Bournemouth Water is tapping its investors for £550m after sewage spills.

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