Some areas of the country are facing reservoir storages of less than 30 per cent as dry spells are expected to continue into 2026
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Some areas of the country are facing reservoir storages of less than 30 per cent as dry spells are expected to continue into 2026
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England is facing its worst drought in decades with government and water companies preparing to take drastic measures to deal with the problem.
Government and water companies are devising emergency plans for worst water shortage in decades
Water minister warns prolonged dry weather poses risk to farming and the environment
The UK is facing worsening droughts and extreme weather, prompting debate over whether we’re doing enough to prepare for the…
The UK has seen one of the driest springs on record this year
While famously rainswept, climate crisis, population growth and profligacy mean the once unthinkable could be possible
The shortfall - equivalent to a third of the country's daily use - is being blamed on climate change , population growth and more…
