Water Industry 31. Mr. Frank R. White asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what consultations he has held with the National Water Council regarding the future of the water industry. Mr. King Since the Government took office my colleagues, my officials and I have consulted the National Water Council on a number of issues concerning the water industry. Since my announcement in the House on 7 July of our proposals for the future organisation of the industry, we have been in contact with the council on several related matters.