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Inprova guides businesses on water market deregulation

Warrington-based water and energy adviser, Inprova, has published a free guide to help businesses benefit from England’s water market deregulation.

From 1 April 2017, businesses in England will be free to shop around for their water, just like buying energy or telecoms. They will be free to choose between different retailers, which opens up the potential for saving money and getting better service

There will be no changes to the wholesale market, so existing regional water companies will remain responsible for water quality and the infrastructure that delivers water to a site and removes waste water and drainage.

In Scotland, where the retail water market was deregulated in 2008, some businesses have seen their water bills fall by 25 per cent.

While savings are likely to be more modest for English businesses, there are many good reasons to consider switching suppliers.

“Although there will be direct cost savings for some sites, the greatest benefits of water market reform are likely to come from improved service levels, consolidated billing and water efficiency, all of which can deliver considerable savings,” said Mike Lee, Water Services Manager for Inprova.

The guide answers the most pressing questions businesses are asking about water market reform. It offers advice on the practicalities of deregulation, as well as tips on how to make the most of this new era of competition.

Further information: www.inprovaenergy.com

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Inprova Energy .