Sign in
Stories
Regulator-Lobbyist Dining Spurs Criticism
Share
Alliance News UK: Copyright Protection a...
Australia's Fearful Media Tactics
BBC Emails Reveal Bashir's Beliefs
BBC Newsreader Tribunal Controversy
Co Londonderry Inquest Resumes
Conservative Party Faces Local Election ...
Overview
API
The chairman of the Environment Agency, Alan Lovell, dined with Water UK lobbyists prior to reports of a 40% bill increase by water companies. The Liberal Democrats condemned the close ties between the regulator and water firms, raising concerns about accepted hospitality. The Environment Agency justified the meetings as efforts to enhance industry performance.
Ask a question
How might such interactions impact the impartiality of regulatory decisions?
In what ways could public trust in regulatory bodies be affected by instances of perceived close relationships with regulated entities?
What measures can be implemented to ensure transparency and accountability in regulatory dealings with industry stakeholders?
Article Frequency
0.2
0.4
0.6
0.8
1.0
Jan 2024
Feb 2024
Mar 2024
Coverage
brack