The buses would run on time. The trains would be cheaper. And perhaps most of all, the water companies would start providing a far better service. Andy Burnham was vague about most of his promises while campaigning to become Prime Minister. But he was very clear about one thing: back under greater public control, the

Andy Burnham has paused plans to take public control in Thames Water through administration over fears of the cost to taxpayers.

The buses would run on time. The trains would be cheaper. And perhaps most of all, the water companies would start providing a far better service. Andy Burnham was vague about…