"Graculus" wrote in message
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"D Russell" wrote in message
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Hosepipe bans are a fabulous way of water companies making more money, so
yes expect more in future.

Depends on the proportion of metered households. If a high proportion of
metered houses, then revenue wil fall with reduced consumption. If,
however, the majority are unmetered, then the income remains the same
while costs fall due to having to process less water.

The actual production cost of water is tending towards zero. Sewage
treatment costs a bit but the largest cost is associated with the
distribution and maintenance of pipework.
There is no shortage of water in the UK as a whole and the environmental
impact of water saving schemes has never been quantified. Excessive wastage
and usage of water really does not have any significant environmental
impact.