South East Water (SEW) CEO Resigns Amid Supply Failures and Criticism

David Hinton, the CEO of South East Water (SEW), has resigned following criticism over severe water supply failures affecting tens of thousands of customers during winter. His resignation comes after several MPs called for his departure due to these issues. Hinton will remain in the position temporarily to facilitate an orderly transition. The company emphasized that Hinton's continued role was to focus on delivering a resilient water supply for customers amid ongoing challenges.