Water bill non-payers to be tackled by Welsh government action

Water customers are paying £20 extra on annual bills to cover the cost of those who do not pay up and the figure could rise, it is claimed.

Bad debt written off by water companies and passed on to customers has increased by 430% over three years.

The Welsh government estimates the majority of debtors live in rented accommodation.

Natural Resources Minister Alun Davies told reporter Daniel Davies that landlords could be forced to pass on tenants' details to water companies.