Anglian Water’s first hosepipe ban since 2012 begins Saturday, restricting non-essential hose use across its East of England region widely.
Anglian Water’s first hosepipe ban in 14 years will come into force at 1.01am on Saturday 11 July.
The temporary use ban follows a prolonged period of unusually hot and dry weather, which the company says has placed growing pressure on water supplies and the environment.
Under the restrictions, domestic customers must not use hosepipes, sprinklers or similar equipment for non-essential activities. These include watering private gardens, washing cars, filling swimming or paddling pools and cleaning outdoor surfaces.
Watering cans and buckets filled directly from a tap can still be used, although customers are being encouraged to reduce their overall consumption wherever possible.
Anglian Water says exemptions apply in certain circumstances, including where water is needed for health and safety, animal welfare or by customers with qualifying medical or mobility needs. Residents should check the company’s full guidance before using a hosepipe under an exemption.
The company previously said restrictions were not planned, but warned earlier this month that the situation was changing quickly as high demand and dry conditions continued.
The last hosepipe ban in the Anglian Water region was introduced during the drought of 2012.

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