<h1>Water Utility Faces lb123M Fine for Sewage Discharge and Improper Dividend Payments Amid Infrastructure Challenges</h1> A major water company was fined 123 million pounds for environmental violations and improper dividend payments. The regulatory body penalized the firm for releasing sewage into rivers and streams while paying shareholders, despite providing services to 16 million people. The company faces financial challenges, with significant debt and ongoing efforts to secure investment. The fine highlights broader issues of infrastructure maintenance and corporate responsibility in the water utility sector.