§ Mr. Barry Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Wales by how much water rates have increased in the last five years in (a) Wales and (b) the average for English authorities; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Mark RobinsonThe total increase in the average domestic water bill in Wales between 1981 and 1986 in cash terms is £37.15. The comparative figure for the English authorities is £25.09.