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Thames Water lenders to appoint Lord Hutton as independent chair in their takeover bid

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First reported on Tuesday 20 October 2026 at 04:06 EDT by Evening Standard·Latest article on Tuesday 20 October 2026 at 12:07 EDT

Summary

Thames Water's lenders are to appoint Lord Hutton as independent chair in their takeover bid, the Evening Standard and The Independent reported on Tuesday 20 October. The former business secretary would take up the role if the group's rescue bid is given approval, according to the two outlets.

Latest: Thames Water's lenders are to appoint Lord Hutton as independent chair in their takeover bid, a role the former business secretary would take up if the group's rescue bid is given approval, the Evening Standard and The Independent reported.

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How it unfolded

  1. Tuesday 20 October

    Thames Water's lenders are to appoint Lord Hutton as independent chair in their takeover bid, a role the former business secretary would take up if the group's rescue bid is given approval, the Evening Standard and The Independent reported.