The Water (Scotland) Act 1980 is amended as follows.

In section 9A(1)(a) (exemption from Scottish Water charges), for “a fire authority” substitute “ the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service ”.

In section 19 of Schedule 4 (undertakers to fix and maintain fire hydrants), for “fire authority concerned” substitute “ Scottish Fire and Rescue Service ”.

In section 20 of Schedule 4 (undertakers to deposit keys of hydrants), for “fire authority”, in both places where it occurs, substitute “ Scottish Fire and Rescue Service ”.

In section 21 of Schedule 4 (cost of hydrants), for “fire authority” substitute “ Scottish Fire and Rescue Service ”.

In section 21A of Schedule 4 (regulations on recovery of costs of hydrants), for “fire authorities” substitute “ the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service ”.