Hosepipe ban introduced from 9 July

With effect from 6am on Friday 9 July United Utilities has introduced a hosepipe ban across its supply area in the North West, including the Lancaster district.

The ban prohibits the use of hosepipes and sprinklers for watering private gardens and washing private cars.

• For more information and updates, please visit www.unitedutilities.com/Hosepipeban.htm and www.environment-agency.gov.uk/drought

The Environment Agency also provides tips on how you can save water in the home and garden

Did you know?

Water is not as abundant in England and Wales as you would think. We only have 1,334 cubic metres (m³) per person a year – much less than France (3,065 m³) or even the hotter Mediterranean countries of Italy (2,785 m³) and Spain (2,775 m³).

Date Updated: 12/07/10

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