Independent Water Commission Debate

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Wednesday 23rd July 2025

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Baroness Hayman of Ullock Portrait Baroness Hayman of Ullock (Lab)
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I take that point, which is a good point well made about that confusion. I am sure we will take it back to the department. The report includes proposals about ownership, which will be part of any consultation from a White Paper. That is another important point that we need to consider.

Lord Trefgarne Portrait Lord Trefgarne (Con)
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My Lords, some very high salaries have been reported payable to senior water officials. Can the Minister say whether those salaries require ministerial approval?

Baroness Hayman of Ullock Portrait Baroness Hayman of Ullock (Lab)
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Water companies are private companies so, on that basis, no, they would not require ministerial approval.

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