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Wednesday, May 27, 2026 heatwave water conservation southwestwater reservoirs paddlingpools supply demand infrastructure drought

As the UK endures a record-breaking heatwave with temperatures soaring past 35°C, South West Water has come under fire for advising residents to conserve water, even though reservoirs currently stand at 90% capacity. The … Read More

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 southwestwater heatwave waterconservation reservoirs watersupply ukweather waterdemand waterinfrastructure watershortage publicresponse

South West Water has come under sharp criticism after advising Britons, especially parents, to limit water use during a record-breaking heatwave—even though reservoirs are currently about 90% full. Serving Dorset, Somerset, … Read More

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 southwestwater heatwave waterconservation paddlingpools reservoirs watersupply infrastructure flooding waterdemand ukweather

South West Water has come under intense scrutiny after advising residents to conserve water during an unprecedented heatwave, even though local reservoirs remain at 90% capacity. The water company, which supplies Dorset, … Read More

Sunday, August 31, 2025 dawlish seaside infrastructure sewage housing affordable development southwestwater tourism council

Dawlish, one of Devon’s cherished coastal resorts, is grappling with the consequences of rapid population growth and development. Following the completion of a major housing development, local councillors report that the … Read More

Sunday, July 6, 2025 feniton sewage infrastructure development southwestwater housing parishcouncil pollution traffic community

Residents of Feniton, a picturesque South West village, are grappling with a worsening sewage crisis as plans for up to 60 new homes ignite fierce opposition from the local parish council. The village’s struggling Victorian … Read More