Minister admits delays to water bill refunds

The Dáil has passed legislation to end water charges and to provide for refunds, but many households will not be repaid before Christmas, as promised.

The Water Services Bill 2017 was voted through by 71 votes to 39 yesterday and, as a result, the bill will now be sent to the Seanad for debate and a vote.

Housing Minister Eoghan Murphy said due to delays in dealing with the bill in the Dáil, it would not be possible to refund water charges to every household before the year end.