Yorkshire Water Increases Bills by 5.6% to Fund £1.1bn Infrastructure Projects
WATER INFRASTRUCTURE & DESALINATION
Yorkshire Water has announced a 5.6% increase in water bills, approximately £2.80 per month, to fund £1.1 billion in infrastructure projects by April 2027, including leak repairs and upgrades to smart meters. Customer dissatisfaction is rising due to previous bill increases and ongoing service issues, compounded by concerns over executive compensation amid declining service quality.

Feb 4, 2026, 6:29 AM