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Written question asked by Eric Forth (Conservative) on Monday, 6 June 2005, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 9 June 2005. It was answered by Elliot Morley (Labour) on Thursday, 9 June 2005 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Water Leakages

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs if she will make a statement on the level of water leakage from pipes.
Answer

Ofwat publish leakage figures annually. Overall water company leakage for 2003–04 showed a small increase (1 per cent.) from the previous year. However, most companies achieved the leakage targets set by Ofwat and are operating at their economical level of leakage. Figures for 2004–05 are expected to be available from Ofwat in July.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
2622; 434 c622W
Session
2005-06
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Water supply