Scottish Water household charges frozen for a fourth year

Scottish Water have frozen their household charges for 2012/13.

This means water charges have remained at the same level for four years — an average of £324.

A Scottish Water spokesperson said: “Water charges help pay for the investment which is needed to ensure we continue to deliver clearer, fresher drinking water at its highest quality, protect the environment and continue to improve service to our customers.

“The fact that charges are being kept at the same level for the fourth year running is a tribute to the efforts of management and everyone who works at Scottish Water in creating an even more efficient Scottish Water.”