Water Services Act 2007

In short

This law establishes a framework for the provision, management, and regulation of water services, including water supply and waste water services. It outlines the roles and responsibilities of various authorities and individuals concerning these services.

What it regulates

• The general functions of the Minister and water services authorities regarding water supply and waste water.
• The connection to and maintenance of waterworks and waste water works.
• The licensing and supervision of rural water services activities.
• The acquisition of land and existing waterworks or waste water works.

Who it concerns

• The Minister responsible for water services.
• Water services authorities.
• Owners and occupiers of properties connected to or affecting water services.

Key points

• Water services authorities have powers related to providing water services, including connections to waterworks or waste water works.
• Misuse and pollution of water supplies are addressed, with powers to order the closure of polluted water sources.
• The law covers the provision and interference with meters used for water services.
• It establishes a National Rural Water Services Committee and county committees, and outlines a licensing system for rural water services activities.