HC Deb 07 July 1976 vol 914 c578W
Mr. Michael Morris

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what representations the Government have received from the water authorities in England and Wales to extend their powers to regulate the supply of water.

Mr. Cartwright

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what action his Department is taking to encourage the public to reduce domestic water consumption.

Mr. Denis Howell

I would refer my hon. Friend and the hon. Member to the statement my right hon. Friend the Minister for Planning and Local Government made in the House on Friday 2nd July 1976.

Mr. Michael Morris

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment how many counties in England and Wales now have some form of restriction on the use of water.

Mr. Denis Howell

As at 1st July 1976 restrictions on the use of hosepipes by domestic consumers are in force in parts of 33 counties in England and Wales.