
Thames Water boss says leakage targets ‘not realistic’
Chris Weston said Thames wanted “to do better” but some of its targets were not achievable.
FRIDAY, 31 JULY 2026, 02:59

Chris Weston said Thames wanted “to do better” but some of its targets were not achievable.

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