Ivana Bacik (Independent) | Oireachtas source

The Government has reaffirmed its commitment, which was set out clearly in the legislation, that Irish Water, as a public company, will not be privatised. It is important that people are aware of that.

The metering programme is ahead of target and progress has been made on the roll-out of domestic metering. Senators are aware of the free allowances and water subsidy for social welfare recipients.