‘We cannot magic up more water’: the supply problems putting housing targets in England at risk
Summary
Parts of south-east England are facing serious water shortages that threaten the government’s plans to build many new homes. Water experts and local officials warn there is not enough water or infrastructure to support the planned housing growth, especially in areas already under drought conditions.Key Facts
- Half of England is currently in serious drought for the second year in a row.
- The government aims to build millions of new homes, especially in drought-hit areas.
- Water shortages and damaged infrastructure limit the ability to supply water to new houses.
- Some regions, like Basingstoke, face environmental damage due to overuse of water.
- Water companies have been unable to build promised infrastructure like pipelines to improve supply.
- Regulators have banned some water companies from extracting more water from certain sources.
- Experts warn that without new water sources and better efficiency, the demand for water will exceed supply.
- Areas with high housing targets overlap with zones of extreme water stress and environmental risk.
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