Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs:

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment the department has made of the impact of drought conditions on customer water supplies; and what steps have been taken to warn the customers affected.

As of 15 October, severe drought has been declared in parts of the South West and South East. Government and regulators have strengthened their response through enhanced engagement with Local Resilience Forums, public water-saving campaigns, and increased monitoring. Water supplies remain secure while the National Drought Group coordinates action.