Top tips on how to slash your water charges

1. Invest in a good supply of buckets to take to the local spout / river / public toilet (excellent for the back and arm muscles).

2. Take family baths (let’s not pretend we didn’t re-use the bath water in the 1970s). Bulk-buy deodorant and dry shampoo.

3. Go to the toilet only at school or work or in a public toilet (this will do wonders for your pelvic floor muscles).

4. Overload the washing machine twice a week, making sure to turn underwear inside out and re-use. Alternatively, use the launderette.

5. Take up swimming. Not only do you save money, you get fit in the process.

I should patent this idea.

Ann Fetton

New St

Lismore

Co Waterford