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Drought continues despite April's showers 03/05/2012

April was certainly a wet one. In fact it was the wettest April in the UK since records began in 1910. But large parts of the country are still officially in drought and water restrictions remain in place.

Environment Agency warns of greater water restrictions 02/05/2012

Despite the recent weather large parts of England remain in drought with water restrictions still in place.

Drought status now extended to the Midlands and South West 16/04/2012

The Environment Agency’s drought map has now extended into the Midlands and the South West.

The Environment Agency urges businesses to conserve water supplies 13/04/2012

The Environment Agency is encouraging all businesses to carry out a workplace water audit to establish where water savings can be made. They have also issued water saving tips for business.

Bluebell season shortened by drought 12/04/2012

The much loved British Bluebell is the latest to be affected by the drought. This popular spring-time woodland event has not only seen its peak flowering period brought forward by the drought but it has also impaired the flowers’ growth.

The Environment Agency outlines future water restrictions 11/04/2012

The Environment Agency has said the hosepipe ban is only the first measure to help save water in the drought. If water levels continue to drop then in the second stage non-essential users such as golf courses and car washes will be asked to stop using water. Following that, public and commercial swimming pools will have to close along with water intensive industries like food processors that use mains supplies.

Anglian Water launch ‘Drop 20’ campaign 10/04/2012

Anglian Water is calling on everyone to use 20 litres less water a day as the company’s first hosepipe ban comes into effect. The campaign called ‘Drop 20’ asks customers to reduce their daily personal water use from 145 litres – the regional average – to 125 litres.

The Drought Spreads Across England 03/04/2012

The Midlands and south-west England are the latest areas at risk of drought status according to the Environment Agency. Parts of south-east England and East Anglia, already officially in drought, were joined by South and East Yorkshire last week.

How households can save water and beat the drought 28/03/2012

Households across large parts of south and east England are being asked to reduce the amount of water they use over the coming months. But just how easy is it to use less water and what products are available to help? Tim Robertson, Director of Save Water Save Money, who works with the UK’s Water Companies to promote water efficiency advises.

Drought threatens Wildlife 20/03/2012

The drought affecting south and east England is a threat to many species of wildlife, the Environment Agency has warned. At risk are tadpoles of frogs, toads and newts, wading birds such as snipe, curlew and lapwings, as well as voles and fish. The agency is monitoring rivers more closely and increasing supplies of water aeration and fish rescue equipment to try and prevent fish deaths in shrinking rivers.

World Water Forum meets to tackle water crisis 14/03/2012

The world is wasting water according to the United Nations. More than 80 per cent of used water is not collected or treated; it’s worrying facts like these that will be presented to around 35,000 people from 180 countries at the World Water Forum this week, a gathering held every three years.

London close to first hosepipe ban since 2006 13/03/2012

This February - usually a month where groundwater levels are replenished - was one of the driest on record; increasing the threat of a major drought this summer.

Drought Remains a Threat in Anglia 08/03/2012

Despite the recent wet weather and the forecast for more rain Anglian Water warns that drought is still a threat to the region.

Water scarcity affects 2.7 billion, finds new detailed report 01/03/2012

Water scarcity affects 2.7 billion, finds new detailed report

Drought declared in the south east of England 23/02/2012

Drought declared in the south east of England

Drought summit as rivers in England dry up 21/02/2012

Drought summit as rivers in England dry up

Drought Fears after Low Winter Rain Levels 14/12/2011

The drought that has affected parts of England since June will last into next summer if there is insufficient winter rain, the Environment Agency has said.    

Top 10 Tips for Saving Water in the Bathroom 23/11/2011

One of the simplest places to save water at is bathroom. Dive into 10 top tips on how to save water.

Did you know? 21/06/2010

Some facts you may not know about water

Save water at work 17/06/2010

In celebration of Water Saving Week, all this week we're giving you top tips to help you save water and save money