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Reservoir: 'Work is essential'
Thames Water has branded its proposed £1billion reservoir near Abingdon as essential.
Thames Water's chief executive David Owen said building the reservoir, on farmland between between Abingdon and Wantage was crucial but some residents whose homes are in the area are opposed to the plan and have campaigned against the development for years.
Nick Thompson, a spokesman for residents, said Thames Water had been able to spend millions of pounds alone researching plans for the reservoir.
Mr Owen said: "The reason why we are launching these plans is so everyone can have their say.
"Ultimately the comments people make will go into a report to the Secretary of State, and it will be his decision on whether the reservoir can go ahead."
Meetings with residents are expected to take place in the coming months in Abingdon, Grove and Wantage.
A statement on Thames Water's website www.thameswaterconsult.co.uk says the plan covers a 25-year period from 2010 to 2035.
It adds: "The draft Plan sets out how we plan to ensure there will be sufficient water available to meet our customers' needs over the next 25 years."
Customers can read the consultation document on the website, and give their comments. The consultation is open until to August 27.
11:41am Wednesday 7th May 2008
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CommentPosted by: Drummond, Wantage on 1:17pm Wed 7 May 08
How about Thames Water repair its leaky pipes in London and surrounding areas?
If they achieved that, they wouldn't need to build a new reservoir as the savings alone would more than meet their requirements.
But no, they can't upset London, far easier and less hassle to destroy the homes and livelihood of a few yokels in Oxfordshire.
How about Thames Water repair its leaky pipes in London and surrounding areas?
If they achieved that, they wouldn't need to build a new reservoir as the savings alone would more than meet their requirements.
But no, they can't upset London, far easier and less hassle to destroy the homes and livelihood of a few yokels in Oxfordshire.
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