United Utilities (UU) have announced that millions of people will be affected by the first hosepipe ban of the summer in England. Affecting people in the north-west of England from 5 August the ban is said to "safeguard essential supplies".
It said reservoir levels were already low and that hot weather was forecast for the rest of July - other water companies have not published any intent to impose bans.
So it's back to bucket and sponge for washing your car if you're in the North West! 🚗🚙