The boss of bungling South East Water has quit after MPs said they had no confidence in the firm’s leadership following supply outages. The firm said David Hinton had decided to step down but will remain in post “to allow an orderly transition over the summer period”. It added: "He feels his position has become an increasing distraction from South East Water's most important priority, which is to deliver a resilient water supply for its customers." His departure comes after its chairman, Chris