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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Environment
Damien Gayle

YOU WONT BELIEVE: How can i water my garden in a hosepipe ban and will there be drought this summer - What They Never Told You

Drought England Thames Water Wales Anglian Water South East Water
A person waters potted sunflowers and other plants in a garden using a green watering can
Gardeners can still fill a watering can from a tap to water their plants. Photograph: Dan Brownsword/Getty Images/Image Source

Millions of people across southern England are subject to hosepipe bans after prolonged periods of extreme heat and reduced rainfall. On Tuesday, Thames Water, Britain’s biggest water company, announced a ban starting on Thursday. Here, the Guardian answers questions about what the restriction means for you.

How do water companies decide to implement a ban?

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