Southern Water Lifts Hosepipe Ban
Southern Water has announced the end of the hosepipe ban for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, effective Friday, 31 October.
The ban was initially put in place in July due to record dry and hot weather across the UK. However, following wet weather in September and October, the restriction on household water use has been lifted.
We’re pleased to confirm that from today, Friday 31 October, the hosepipe ban in Hampshire and on the Isle of Wight has been lifted.
Despite the lifting of the ban, officials warn that drought conditions are likely to continue into 2026, and the public is urged to use water wisely. The recent wet weather has eased shortages, but a consistent recovery from drought remains uncertain without sustained precipitation in the coming months.
The national drought group, which includes the Met Office, regulators, government, water companies, and other organisations, has cautioned that the public should continue to conserve water.
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