§ Mr. WigleyTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what plans he has to meet representatives of water companies and the Office of Water Services to discuss the replacement of the present system of basing charges for water and sewerage services by reference to the rateable value of properties.
§ Mr. Gwilym JonesDecisions on methods of charging are a matter for the water companies in conjunction with the Director General of Water Services. Under existing legislation rateable values cannot be used as a basis for water charging after 31 March 2000.