Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 58632

Droughts

Tabled: 10 June 2025

Answered: 17 June 2025

Question

Jim Shannon

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps he is taking to help tackle instances of drought.

Answer

Emma Hardy

Drought plans must be produced by Water Companies every 5 years. A drought plan is a tactical plan that shows how a secure water supply is maintained, while minimising impacts on the environment during dry weather and drought. There are a range of actions...

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