HC Deb 04 December 1974 vol 882 c519W
18. Mr. Rathbone

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will make a report on the proposals he is preparing to ensure that the full water rate is only paid by those receiving full water services.

Mr. Denis Howell

Water rates are normally levied only in respect of premises connected to mains water supplies. As I told the House on 20th November, my right hon. Friend and the Secretary of State for Wales have decided to give relief amounting to 50 per cent. of the general service charge on domestic premises not connected to public sewers.