Manchester Weather: Will there be a hosepipe ban in Manchester? What has United Utilities said

Hosepipe bans have been issued across some parts of the UK, after water providers in England said demand for drinking water has reached “record levels”. Local water companies are responsible for placing hosepipe bans in place to reduce risk of extreme drought and water shortages.

United Utilities, the company supplying water to the North West, last year issued a statement when the heatwave hit, saying the company would not bring in any restrictions to water use. A spokesperson said: "We have an integrated network of water resources and water pipes across the region so we can move supplies to where they are needed.

“Whatever the weather, we always encourage people to use water wisely, which saves energy and money and is good for the environment.”

A ban is due to come into effect on June 26 for Sussex and Essex as South East Water said its facilities are working at full output and some people have already been left without water due to supply issues.

People who are caught breaking the hosepipe ban could be hit by a £1,000 fine for using them to water gardens, clean cars or fill swimming pools.

United Utilities has not yet indicated whether or not they will introduce a hosepipe ban this summer.

Will there be a hosepipe ban in Manchester?

The United Utilities website states that there is not a hosepipe ban in place but has provided water saving tips to prepare for the warmer weather.