The Environment Minister says there's "nothing harsh" at all about the Government's new water charges packages, including the penalties.
Alan Kelly was speaking on his way into this morning's special Cabinet meeting on the measures he's due to announce to the Dáil later.
The package, which is likely to cap charges at 160 euro, is also likely to include compliance measures and the possibility of court appearances for those who don't pay.
Minister Alan Kelly says all will be revealed later but he says there's nothing unpalatable about the measures..
Meanwhile the Public Expenditure Minister says mistakes were made in setting up Irish Water.
Brendan Howlin says he believes the public will be proud in the utility company in years to come.
