Rollout to get smart & save 17% on utilities

FAMILIES across Britain could save up to 17% on household bills as Labour pledges to fit half of homes with a smart meter in the next five years.

- BY ALEXANDER BROWN and SOPHIE HUSKISSON

An accelerated rollout of digital water meters will put an end to estimated bills and allow accurate tracking to cut costs.

The meters will help families understand their water use, meaning households can save money, as well as detect leaks too.