The first hosepipe ban to be imposed in England for a decade is now in force, affecting millions of people in the south of the country ahead of another predicted heatwave.
As of 5pm on Friday, residents in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight are subject to a so-called “temporary use ban” (TUB), which could see them face fines of up to £1,000 for watering their garden, cleaning a vehicle, or washing windows.
