Written question asked by Wendy Morton (Conservative) on Thursday, 10 September 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 14 September 2026. It was answered by Emma Hardy (Labour) on Tuesday, 15 September 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
South Staffordshire Water: Meters
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what estimate Ofwat has made of the total cost of South Staffs Water’s universal metering programme; how much of that cost is funded through customer bills; what cost per installation was assumed in the company’s price determination; and what financial consequences will apply if the programme (a) exceeds its approved cost and (b) fails to deliver the forecast reduction in demand.
- Answer
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Ofwat has allowed £55 million for South Staffs Water's metering programme for 2025-30. The company is funded through Ofwat's price control framework. Ofwat monitors delivery against approved commitments and may apply financial incentives where performance falls short.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 28732
- Session
- 2026-27
- Subjects
- Costs Billing Ofwat Meters Water charges South Staffordshire Water
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- Yes
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