Watchdog may review children’s water allowance

The free water allowance for children will be changed if it does not match normal usage levels.

The Commission for Energy Regulation said it has received “additional assurances” from Irish Water about the research behind its decision to reduce the free allowance from 38,000 to 21,000 litres — which amounts to one, seven- minute shower and one toilet flush a day.

In response to those who participated in its public consultation, the regulator said it has asked the water company to provide reports every three months.