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<p>Water companies already offer a wide range of support to around 760,000 customers
that struggle to pay their water bills. By 2020, they have committed to help an additional
one million customers. The support they offer includes the nationally mandated WaterSure
Scheme, voluntary social tariffs, charitable trusts, debt advice, payment plans and
water efficiency advice.</p><p> </p><p>The Government is committed to supporting a
water industry built around transparency, resilience and affordability. We will continue
to work with the Consumer Council for Water, Ofwat and the industry to ensure they
continue to provide a fair deal for all customers.</p><p> </p>
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