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Severn Trent Water and United Utilities were responsible for 1,374 raw sewage spills.
The two firms were given the highest possible rating by the regulator for their environmental performance.
Over the past five years , the firms have paid out a combined 2.8bn in dividends to shareholders.
Environment Agency said a four -star rating does not mean a firm is a 'perfect performer'.
Chief executive of Severn Trent given a 3.2 m pay deal in 2023/24 , including a bonus of 584,000 .
Louise Beardmore , chief executive of United Utilities , was paid 1.4 m in the year to 31 March 2024 .
United Utilities said methodology used in report is not one that is used by regulators or companies.
Water companies proposed investing 11bn to reduce spills by 40% by 2030 .
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