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Thames Water Faces Crisis Amid Documentary Features
The two-part documentary series, 'Thames Water: Inside the Crisis,' airing on BBC Two, provides an exclusive look at the UK's largest water company as it grapples with significant financial troubles and public criticism over sewage pollution. Directed by Barnaby Peel, the documentary chronicles the challenges faced by CEO Chris Weston and his team as they seek to address a £15 billion financial shortfall while facing calls for increased customer bills. Staff members express frustration over aging infrastructure and inadequate investment, with some feeling the intense pressure of public sentiment against the company. Despite efforts to portray transparency, critics argue that the documentary's tone may not resonate well with the public, especially given the company's history of sewage discharges and its hefty executive bonuses amidst financial turmoil. The series aims to educate viewers about the complexities of maintaining river health while providing wastewater services to 16 million customers. Both episodes are available for viewing on BBC iPlayer following their live airings.


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