Wessex Water imposes first hosepipe ban in 50 years, affecting 1.4 million customers

For the first time in 50 years, Wessex Water is imposing a hosepipe ban across its service region, affecting approximately 1.4 million customers in areas including Bath, Somerset, Dorset, and Wiltshire. The restriction, known as a Temporary Use Ban, will take effect at 12:01 a.m.