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Guidance: New rules and guidance for water references

Competition Markets Authority

December 10
11:00 2024

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The CMA has adopted new rules and guidance that are specific to water references made under section 12 of the Water Industry Act 1991. The new rules replace the current rules for water references (CMA17), which apply to a number of matters and not just water references, and establish a standalone procedure for these types of reference.

The CMA consulted on the drafts of the new rules and guidance earlier this year from 1August 2024 to 12 September 2024 (New rules and guide for water references consultation).

Respondents to the consultation included Ofwat, appointed water companies, and other relevant organisations. Respondents welcomed the development of new rules and guidance for water references.

Following the consultation, revisions were made to the new rules and guidance, including clarification that they are intended to apply to all types of water references. A summary of the responses we received to our consultation and our proposed approach for addressing those responses (including the revisions that we have made) is set out in the consultation response document.

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Published 10 December 2024

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