The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee quizzed key decision-makers involved with Thames Water to a public hearing of the Committee on Wednesday 12 July to explain the difficulties facing the company and the water industry more generally.

The Committee asked about the causes of the problems facing Thames Water and the potential solutions – and asked whether other water companies may face similar difficulties. The current financial regulations and legal oversight of water utilities were also probed. Other questions were asked on issues including water quality, investment and corporate dividends.

Watch the session here