Written question asked by Andrew Rowe (Conservative) on Monday, 26 January 1998, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 3 February 1998. It was answered by Angela Eagle (Labour) on Tuesday, 3 February 1998 on behalf of the Department of the Environment, Transport and the Regions.

Dept of the Environment Transport and the Regions

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions, what assessment he has made of the continuing study of the effects of metering undertaken by Mid-Kent Water with particular reference to its findings as they concern the use of water by lower rateable value property occupants.

Answer: Mr. Rowe: To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what assessment he has made of the continuing study of the effects of metering undertaken by Mid-kent Water with particular reference to its findings as they concern the use of water by lower rateable value property occupants. [26069] Angela Eagle: The Government are aware of the research into metering in Mid Kent and other areas and we will take account of it in our review of the system of charging for water and sewerage services, on which we aim to publish a consultation paper shortly.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 26069; 305 c631W
Session: 1997-98
Subjects: Rates and rating Meters Water Water charges Water supply Valuation Mid Kent Water