Name
Building Bridges: How do we bring communities with us as we deliver on investment?
Date & Time
Wednesday, November 25, 2026, 1:55 PM - 2:35 PM
Speakers
Martyn Hattersley, Director of Corporate Affairs and Partnerships , Yorkshire Water
Mark Lloyd, Chief Executive , The Rivers Trust
Alun Shurmer, Director of Customer Strategy and Engagement , Dwr Cymru Welsh Water
Mark Lloyd, Chief Executive , The Rivers Trust
Alun Shurmer, Director of Customer Strategy and Engagement , Dwr Cymru Welsh Water
Description
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Are communities’ sentiments to water companies justified?
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What opportunities are there in project planning to restore communities’ trust, and how do we maximise them?
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How do you make investment plans specific enough for customers to see what they're getting for their money, but also broad enough to cover multiple scenarios?
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Can minimal disruption and visible benefits be the first stepping stone to turning the tide?