NI Water has announced average reductions of 2.7% in water and sewerage charges.

This reduction is particularly noteworthy given that currently RPI inflation is running at just above 3%. Metered customers will see a decrease in their combined water and sewerage bills of approximately 1.3%. Unmeasured customers will see their combined bills decrease by approximately 3.6%.

Trevor Haslett, Chief Executive NI Water, explained: "We are delighted that in these difficult economic times, we are able to reduce water and sewerage bills for customers.

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"These reductions are possible in part due to the significant sustainable cost efficiencies which have been delivered by NI Water during the Price Control 2010 period and the further savings which we have agreed to make best endeavours to deliver in 2013/14.

"We are committed to providing the highest possible quality of service while constantly seeking best value for money. This work undertaken by staff at all levels in the Company has enabled us to pass on savings made to our customers.

"The charges for the 2013/14 year have been agreed by the Utility Regulator in conjunction with the Consumer Council for Northern Ireland (CCNI).

"Leaflets will be mailed to approximately 90,000 non-domestic customers to notify them of the forthcoming pricing changes and specifically, how they will be applied."

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