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Water bills in England and Wales to rise by £123 a year in April

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Water bills to rise by 123 a year in England and Wales from April .

The average annual bill will rise to 603 a year, but there are significant variations between regions.

Regulator Ofwat outlined forecast bill rises in December , which would cover the next five years .

Water companies have committed extra money for investment in infrastructure and help for struggling customers.

Consumer groups warn rise means more households will fall into debt.

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