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HughMcB wrote:

redwhine wrote:

HughMcB wrote:And you are forced to use this supply?

The choice is the one afforded by a certain Mr. Hobson. I suppose I could choose to die of thirst instead.

Or choose to use an alternative source of water (paying about as much as the first).

No. I have to pay for the water supply whether I use it or not. (Your flag suggests you are not in England. Perhaps you don't know about our Water Rates...

If you do not have a meter you will pay a set rate for your water based on the rateable value (RV) of your home in England and Wales or your council tax band if you live in Scotland. These rates also include a standing charge to cover customer services such as billing.

http://www.water-guide.org.uk/rates.html )

So if the alternative source cost the same, as in your suggested scenario, then I would have to pay twice as much.