§ 17. Mr. Liddell-GraingerTo ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs what steps her Department is planning to take to mitigate the impact of building new homes upon underground aquifers.[180223]
§ Mr. MorleyWater companies have a duty to supply water to domestic customers. As part of this they develop 25 year water resource plans to meet future demands of water, including those arising from new housing development.
1466WIt is crucial that new housing and other developments incorporate water efficiency measures, and the Government encourage planners to consult with the Environment Agency and water companies at an early stage.