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How water bills are affected
Water companies face increased pressure during droughts, needing to manage resources carefully. If water becomes scarcer, there could be restrictions on usage, like hosepipe bans. In the long term, investing in new water infrastructure to cope with droughts could lead to higher charges on your water bill.
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