Hoses ban off for 15m

A HOSEPIPE ban for 15million people has been lifted.

Thames Water began it in August after rivers and reservoirs dried up.

But heavy downpours over the past few weeks have resupplied underground water sources.

Thames Water boss Sarah Bentley said: “Despite the recent rain, we still need to protect our future water supply.

“We need more rain throughout winter to ensure our rivers and reservoirs are fully recharged, ready for spring and summer next year.”

The company is still encouraging customers to use less water.