Winter Water Resources FAQs
FAQS about why Temporary Use Bans (hosepipe bans) are still in place, when the restrictions will be lifted, and what companies are doing to improve the situation.
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Saving water
… 2022 was one of the driest years since the famous "year of drought" in 1976. We also saw record-breaking temperatures … and other water users. All companies worked through their drought plans and six companies introduced temporary use bans … especially in regions that experience water scarcity or drought conditions. By reducing water consumption, we can …
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Our 25 year plan for water
Plans will protect water supplies from climate change, meet demand from a growing population, and enable a step change in water resilience
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Environment Bill - recommendations by Water UK
Following the publication of the Environment Bill in October 2019, Water UK made recommendations for amendment and additions. This provided the basis for our submission to the EFRA Select Committee Inquiry on 1 November 2019.