Christchurch Earthquake: Meridian freezes power prices

Meridian Energy is freezing power prices for its 107,000 Christchurch customers for another six months following last week's earthquake.
Chief executive Tim Lusk, who is visiting the city today, said the company recognised the huge impact the earthquake has had on Christchurch.
``The city is a key centre for Meridian both in terms of customers and our 300 Christchurch-based staff.
``We won't be raising prices here - our focus is on getting through this next period together.''
The company has also extended the due date on Christchurch customers' current bills by one month.