HC Deb 08 December 1978 vol 959 c836W
Mr. Peter Bottomley

asked the Secretary of State for Prices and Consumer Protection what has been the average increase in water charges in the last available years; and if he will make a statement on future prices resulting specifically from the Water Act 1973.

Mr. Denis Howell:

I have been asked to reply. The national average increase in domestic water services charges bills this year was £1.91 (5.3 per cent.) I have no statement to make at present on future charges.