Top of page 5.What plans are there to introduce domestic metering?
• The Government’s long term goal is the introduction of widespread domestic metering as a means of meeting environmental and sustainability obligations, but in a way that does not penalise those on low incomes. • From April 2007, Pensioners will be able to choose to have a meter. (see reply to question1) • Meters will also be installed in all new properties and first time connections.. • This phased approach will be subject to a review after two years when the extension of the metering option to further groups will be considered. • The introduction of compulsory metering in all new homes and the provision of choice to pensioners will contribute to the widespread use of metering.
