Other matters
29Errors in metering
In section 54 (register of meter to be evidence) of the 1980 Act—
(a)in subsection (3), for the words “five per cent” there is substituted “the relevant percentage”,
(b)after subsection (3) there is inserted—
“(4)In subsection (3), “the relevant percentage” means—
(a)in the case of a high flow rate, 2.5%,
(b)in the case of a low flow rate, 6%.
(5)The Scottish Ministers, by regulations—
(a)must define “high flow rate” and “low flow rate” for the purpose of subsection (4),
(b)may amend a percentage figure appearing in subsection (4).”.