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South East Water (SEW) CEO Resigns Amid Supply Failures and Criticism
David Hinton, the CEO of South East Water (SEW), has resigned following criticism over severe water supply failures affecting tens of thousands of customers during winter. His resignation comes after several MPs called for his departure due to these issues. Hinton will remain in the position temporarily to facilitate an orderly transition. The company emphasized that Hinton's continued role was to focus on delivering a resilient water supply for customers amid ongoing challenges.
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South East Water (SEW) Chair Resigns After Major Supply Disruptions
Chris Train resigned as chair of South East Water (SEW) following a report detailing significant supply issues that left tens of thousands without water. The report highlighted leadership failures, with 24,000 customers affected in late 2022 and an additional 30,000 facing disruptions soon after. SEW aims to double investment in its water supply network over the next five years to address these problems. The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee expressed no confidence in SEW's leadership and mentioned the need for immediate changes.
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