HC Deb 01 August 1984 vol 65 cc327-8W
Mrs. Clwyd

asked the Secretary of State for Wales if he will estimate the cost to ratepayers of the drought in Wales.

Mr. Wyn Roberts

Estimating the cost of all the measures taken to date in consequence of the drought is a matter for the Welsh water authority. I understand that the authority has said, provisionally, the cost could be between £500,000 and £1,000,000.

Mrs. Clwyd

asked the Secretary of State for Wales if Her Majesty's Government will cover the cost of anti-drought measures in Wales.

Mr. Wyn Roberts

No; costs incurred are a matter for the Welsh water authority.

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