Fergus O'Dowd (Louth, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Multiply that figure by 12. That is the combined charge paid in the heart of London. This is not something new coming out of the air to be imposed on mother Ireland. We must do this and the system must be seen to be fair, transparent and accountable. All the marks of transparency and accountability can be seen. That is why I am happy to reaffirm that there will be capacity to take on board low-income families or families with health issues. Every household will have a free allowance and it will be up to everybody to reduce his or her water use.