The ban is due to increased demand for drinking water caused by people working from home, low rainfall, and a recent spell of hot weather.
The water company's CEO, David Hinton, blames post-pandemic working from home for the ban.
The water regulator, Ofwat, has criticized the water company for failing to predict and manage operational issues.
LONDON DAILY ARCHIVE
South East Water Impose Hosepipe Ban Amid Increased Demand for Drinking Water
A hosepipe ban will be imposed by South East Water starting Monday, affecting over two million homes and businesses in Kent and Sussex.
24 June 2023 · 03:02 UTC
