Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 87266

Water Charges: Social Tariffs

Tabled: 3 November 2025

Answered: 11 November 2025

Question

Tim Farron

Liberal Democrat — Westmorland and Lonsdale

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, with reference to the report entitled Independent Water Commission: review of the water sector, updated on 29 July 2025, whether she plans to consult on the introduction of a national

Answer

Emma Hardy

The Government is considering the Independent Water Commission’s recommendation to consult on a National Social Tariff and will respond later this year. Through the Water (Special Measures) Act 2025, it has expanded powers to create improved affordability...

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