UK government ‘irresponsible’ for not publishing emergency drought plans
Campaigners demand greater transparency into water companies’ plans not made public due to ‘security reasons’
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Five reservoirs in England and Wales ‘exceptionally low’ as drought persists
Extreme heat and lack of rain threatening public water supply, with ‘real trouble’ predicted if autumn stays dry
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England facing drastic measures due to extreme drought next year
Government and water companies are devising emergency plans for worst water shortage in decades
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Expert warns £65 rise on water bills could be needed to stop more than 1,000 sewage dumps a day
"Definitely not the type of stuff you want to go swimming in"
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Drought in England could carry on into new year, experts warn
Without lots of heavy rain in autumn and winter, water restrictions could be tightened even further
The Guardian - UK ·
What happens when drought is declared by the UK government?
With drought declared in parts of England and other areas at pre-drought stage, we look at some key questions
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