Humber Doucy brewery in Suffolk, which has had its water use capped by Essex and Suffolk Water.

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Firms in one region have been told their water use will be capped until 2033 - threatening their growth ambitions.

Growing breweries fear closure after water firm limits usage

Anglian Water says demand has risen by 20% on the hottest days in June 2023.
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The increase of 200 million litres equates to every one of the firm's four million customers taking an additional three-minute shower every day.

Water demand 'soared by 20%' on hottest days

It comes after the driest summer for 50 years but officials say essential water supplies are safe.

Drought status declared in the East of England

There's an urgent plea for people to save water - with disruption to supply in some parts of Essex. Provider Affinity Water says high demand in the heat means some customers around the Clacton area may have no water or low pressure.

Save water plea as heatwave and staycations put supplies under pressure

Sonny Ferry from Ketton, Rutland, died after falling in the River Foss in York. He was 19 years old.

Family welcomes water safety training after death of Rutland teen

Utilities regulator Ofwat has warned Anglian Water that it has "substantial concerns" over its business plan for the next five years.

Watchdog has 'substantial concerns' over Anglian Water's business plan

Anglian Water is asking people in the East of England to use water wisely after the fourth dry year in a row in the region.

Shorter showers and less loo flushing says water company as dry spell continues

Police are warning of the dangers of swimming in deep water following four drownings in four days.

More drownings in hot weather

Veolia Water Central - which covers Herts, Essex, Beds and Bucks - has announced it is lifting its hosepipe ban with immediate effect.

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