Hosepipe ban: No bill reductions expected from water firms
Customers asking if restrictions will lead to lower charges are being told to expect no change.
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Customers should not expect any reduction in their water bills despite the ongoing hosepipe bans across England. Thames Water has confirmed that the restrictions, implemented due to prolonged dry weather, will not lead to lower charges for any customers.
Hosepipe bans are currently in force across the country. These bans prohibit activities such as watering gardens or filling paddling pools, with limited exemptions for specific business or medical needs. The restrictions aim to preserve water supplies during periods of high demand and low rainfall.
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No change for unmetered customers
Thames Water stated that unmetered customers do not have charges linked to hosepipe usage. Therefore, there are no charges related to prohibited uses that would require a reduction. This aligns with the Flood and Water Management Act 2010 and section 76(6) of the Water Industry Act 1991, according to the company.
Citizens' Advice explained that unmeasured water charges typically consist of a standing charge and a variable charge. This variable charge is often based on factors like property size, type, or the number of occupants, rather than actual water consumption.
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Metered customers also unaffected
For customers with water meters, charges are based solely on the amount of water they use. Thames Water confirmed that as hosepipes will not have been used during the ban, no charges will have been applied for this activity. Consequently, no charge reductions are applicable to metered customers.
Anglian Water also confirmed that customers without a meter will not see any change to their charges, as reported by the Express. However, for those on a water meter, using less water during the ban could potentially reduce their bill because they only pay for the water consumed.
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