Yorkshire Water paid us £6,800 by mistake – and said to ‘enjoy’ the money

A couple was pleasantly surprised when Yorkshire Water mistakenly deposited over £3,500 into their partner’s bank account in May. Initially assuming it was an error and expecting to have to return the money, they were taken aback when the company not only acknowledged the mistake but also cheekily told them to "enjoy" the funds. It wasn’t until the Guardian Money team intervened that the utility company realized the money was actually owed to its employees. This incident highlights the importance of accurate financial transactions and the potential for significant errors in corporate payments.