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Yorkshire Water chief executive to step down in January

Nicola Shaw departs after the water company receives a downgrade.

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At a glance

  • Nicola Shaw to leave Yorkshire Water in January
  • Shaw has been chief executive since 2022
  • Resignation follows company downgrade

Nicola Shaw is to resign as chief executive of Yorkshire Water, with her departure taking effect in January. Shaw has held the position since 2022.

The announcement follows a downgrade of the company, though further details about the reasons for the downgrade were not provided.

Why it matters

Leadership changes at major utilities can affect service delivery and investor confidence in the company.

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