Drastic drought measures

Six years ago, one garage owner drilled his own borehole for water Credit: ITV Meridian

Despite downpours over the last week, we're still being warned water levels in our reservoirs and rivers are dangerously low. Unless it rains non-stop throughout the summer, water companies say levels will remain low.

Whilst businesses aren't yet affected, some have already taken ingenious and expensive steps to try to ensure they can keep on working. One garage owner has taken matters into his own hands, as he tries to keep his business afloat.