Kenny: Water charges will be revealed before local elections in May

Taoiseach Enda Kenny has reiterated a pledge that homeowners will know how much they must pay in water charges before next month’s elections amid concerns that a fixed rate may be slapped on consumers.

There were mixed messages from Cabinet members yesterday about whether a standing charge — a reported €100 — could be applied to homes before a tap is even turned on.

Proposals on what types of tariff households face and other details about billing, services, and supply for users are expected to be published by the energy regulator this week.