Southern Water customers in Hampshire and on the Isle of Wight cannot use their hosepipe for non-essential activities such as watering the garden, filling up paddling pools, or washing cars. Customers on our Priority Services Register with medical or mobility needs, including Blue Badge holders and those on our WaterSure tariff, are exempt but anything you can do to reduce or avoid hosepipe use would be greatly appreciated.
What we’re doing
We’re working round the clock to reduce leakage, improve our infrastructure, and protect local rivers. In the last year, we’ve cut leakage by 20% and thanks to new technology, we’re fixing leaks faster than ever. We’re delivering the biggest investment programme in our history, including the UK’s first new reservoir in 40 years and the country’s first water recycling plant.
Let’s work together
As well as not using your hosepipe, additional, small changes at home can make a big difference, and support our efforts to keep taps flowing. You can help by turning the tap off while brushing your teeth, keeping showers to four minutes and using the eco setting on your washing machine or dishwasher. Together, we can make sure there’s enough water for everyone this summer.
Thank you for your support – it really does make a difference.
To find out more please visit southernwater.co.uk/hosepipeban
