Simon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I have answered the question repeatedly. My view is that meters have a value and that many households are using them effectively. Some communities referred to by Deputies have resisted the imposition of water meters and feel very strongly on the issue. I accept that and I do not pretend that is not the case. My point is that the roll-out of meters as envisaged by Irish Water is a significant and important addition to our water infrastructure in terms of understanding how water is being used and in terms of changing behaviour in a way that encourages conservation. From that point of view, it is a positive thing and it should continue.

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