§ 18. Mr. Freudasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he is satisfied with the provision of meters to private householders by water authorities.
§ Mr. Giles ShawThis is primarily a matter for the water authorities, but the Government have supported their initiatives to make optional metering available to all their consumers.
§ Mr. FreudWill the Minister consider advising water authorities to investigate any demands for meters by householders with rateable values under £350 per annum, who could not possibly benefit thereby?
§ Mr. ShawYes, I agree. In discussions as to whether a meter is appropriate, the rateable value and the benefits from the meter should be estimated.