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Wessex Water Announces First Hosepipe Ban in 50 Years

Wessex Water has announced its first hosepipe ban in 50 years, with the last such restriction implemented during the severe drought of 1976.

17 Aug, 09:50 — 17 Aug, 09:50
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The IndependentMostly Factual13h ago

Wessex Water announces first hosepipe ban in 50 years

The last ban was put in place during the infamous scorching summer of 1976

By Anna Loren

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