A spokesperson for Yorkshire Water confirmed that it is considering legal action against a company on Coulman Estate, Thorne, under the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Act. This company had modified its pipework but did not notify Yorkshire Water to inspect it – something that it is legally obliged to do.
A ‘do not drink’ order was implemented by Yorkshire Water on July 29 after initial samples indicated the water was not safe for drinking or cooking. This was downgraded to a Boil Water Notice the next day, and which was finally lifted last Thursday (4 August).
Yorkshire Water is making goodwill payments of £30 to customers affected by the incident.