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Yorkshire Water Enforces Hosepipe Ban for 5 Million Residents

7/10/2025

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Yorkshire Water is implementing a hosepipe ban from July 11, impacting over five million residents. This means no more watering gardens, filling pools, or washing cars, with fines reaching £1,000 for offenders. West Yorkshire Police are advising the public not to report hosepipe use, as it could disrupt emergency services.

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Yorkshire Water is implementing a hosepipe ban from July 11, impacting over five million residents. This means no more watering gardens, filling pools, or washing cars, with fines reaching £1,000 for offenders. West Yorkshire Police are advising the public not to report hosepipe use, as it could disrupt emergency services.