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Advanced Water Infrastructure Networks Limited - Temporary Ban On Water Use

EX1Published 20/08/26
Western Morning News • 

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Water Industry Act 1991
Advanced Water Infrastructure Networks Limited
Temporary ban on water use

Advanced Water Infrastructure Networks Limited (AWIN) trading as Leaf Water gives notice that, pursuant to sections 76 and 76A-C of the Water Industry Act 1991, the uses of water detailed below supplied by AWIN are restricted. The use of a hosepipe, including using sprinklers, dripper hoses, automatic irrigation systems and similar devices, is prohibited for the following:

Watering a garden Cleaning a private motor-vehicle (or trailer for such a vehicle)

Watering plants on domestic or other non-commercial premises Cleaning a private leisure boat

Filling or maintaining a domestic swimming or paddling pool

Drawing water for domestic recreational use (such as hot tubs)

Filling or maintaining a natural pond Filling or maintaining an ornamental fountain

Cleaning walls, or windows, of domestic premises Cleaning paths or patios
Cleaning other artificial outdoor surfaces

This notice and further details concerning the prohibitions, current drought and water efficiency advice may be found on the Leaf Water website (https://www.leafwater.co.uk/). Water use restrictions will start at 00:01 on Friday, 21st August 2026 and continue until further notification. The restriction applies to the following Leaf Water areas:

Pomeroy Place, Pilton, Exeter, EX1

Tithebarne Green (4,5), Mosshayne, EX1

If you are unsure whether your property is within the area affected, please check whether you receive your water bill from Leaf Water or contact us through our website or telephone 0345 646 0680.

If you would like to make a representation concerning any of these prohibitions, please email enquiries@leafwater. co.uk or telephone 0345 646 0680. Thank you for consideration and understanding of this dry weather event.

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