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Thames Water's creditors line up new board under proposed rescue deal

Published by Global Banking & Finance Review

Posted on August 24, 2026

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· Last updated: August 24, 2026

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Thames Water Creditors Name New Board Under Rescue Proposal

Senior Creditors Announce Proposed Board for Thames Water

Background on Thames Water's Financial Struggles

Aug 24 (Reuters) - A group of senior creditors of struggling British utility Thames Water said on Monday it had picked an initial cohort of directors to lead the debt-laden company if its rescue deal goes through.

Details of the Proposed Board

Named Non-Executive Directors

Mike McTighe, Liz Barber, Clive Selley and Bernadette Kelly are among the proposed non-executive directors for the Thames Water board, the London & Valley Water consortium said.

Board's Mission and Responsibilities

Overseeing the Turnaround Plan

"It is proposed that these individuals will join the Thames Water board to oversee Thames Water's 10-year turnaround and deliver a comprehensive transformation of Thames Water in the interest of customers and the public," the consortium said.

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Prerna Bedi in Bengaluru; Editing by Mrigank Dhaniwala and Sherry Jacob-Phillips)

Key Takeaways

  • Consortium of senior creditors (London & Valley Water) proposes non‑executive directors: McTighe, Barber, Selley, Kelly to lead a decade‑long transformation for Thames Water (itv.com)
  • The rescue plan includes writing off nearly half of Thames Water’s ~£21 billion debt, injecting up to £10 billion of new capital, and avoiding taxpayer‑funded nationalisation (itv.com)
  • The consortium is offering the UK government a ‘golden share’ for veto rights and enhanced public‑interest oversight, alongside commitments to no dividends for 10 years and expanded social tariffs (watermagazine.co.uk)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the proposed board members for Thames Water under the rescue deal?
The proposed board members include Mike McTighe, Liz Barber, Clive Selley, and Bernadette Kelly.
What is the goal of the new Thames Water board?
The new board aims to oversee a 10-year turnaround and deliver a comprehensive transformation for Thames Water.
Which group selected the initial cohort of directors for Thames Water?
The London & Valley Water consortium, representing senior creditors, selected the new directors.
Why is Thames Water undergoing a rescue deal?
Thames Water is struggling with significant debt and requires restructuring to stabilize its operations.
What is the expected benefit of the rescue deal for Thames Water?
The rescue deal is expected to benefit customers and the public by improving the company's performance and stability.

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