Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 112739

Water Charges: Social Tariffs

Tabled: 11 February 2026

Answered: 24 February 2026

Question

Anna Dixon

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of introducing a national standardised water social tariff with clear eligibility and consistent discount levels.

Answer

Emma Hardy

The Government is working with industry to keep support schemes under review to ensure that vulnerable customers are supported. We are working with water companies to ensure vulnerable customers across the country receive support. This includes improving ...

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