CMA clears Pennon’s acquisition of Bristol Water

The Competition and Markets Authority has cleared the acquisition of Bristol Water by Pennon Group after the latter provided assurances that the merger would not impede Ofwat's ability to regulate. The sale was agreed upon in June 2021 after Pennon sold its waste management business Viridor to focus on the water sector.

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