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Written question asked by Kevin Hollinrake (Conservative) on Thursday, 3 July 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 7 July 2025. It was answered by Emma Hardy (Labour) on Wednesday, 9 July 2025 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Water: Prices

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of seasonal water tariffs on households with gardens.

Answer

Several water companies are trialling a range of progressive charging approaches. Ofwat as the regulator requires companies to ensure all trials are consistent with good practice principles. Through these trials the sector will learn how to best support households with their water bills.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
64768
Session
2024-26
Related items
Water: Prices
Tuesday, 16 September 2025
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Gardens Prices Water
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk