§ Mr. MichaelTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales (1) whether he intends to meet the Director of Water Services to discuss the rise in prices planned by Welsh Water plc;
(2) whether he intends to meet the Director of Water Services to discuss the requirements being placed on Welsh Water plc in respect of the investment needed in Wales on water supply, sewerage and water quality in rivers and on beaches;
261W(3) whether he intends to meet the Director of Water Services to discuss the expenditure by Welsh Water plc on the purchase of shares in South Wales electricity board.
§ Mr. Nicholas BennettMy right hon. Friend the Secretary of State will be meeting the Director General of Water Services in the new year to discuss a number of matters relevant to their responsibilities.