§ Mr. Cohenasked the Secretary of State for the Environment at what rate for 1987–88 he requires Thames water authority to repay its long-term debt; and if he will indicate the likely price rise for Thames water customers as a consequence.
§ Mr. John PattenI have written to the chairman of the Thames water authority informing him that the external finance limit for his authority for 1987–88 will be minus £98 million. The precise increase in charges is a matter for the authority.