# Leaky Pipes, Tight Bans | London News

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Podcast: [London News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/london-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7573121)
Published: 2026-07-11T08:23:05+00:00
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## Resource

Hosepipe bans are hitting homes as reservoirs dwindle, but here’s the twist: water companies are losing three billion litres daily through leaks. It’s like being told to tighten your belt while the CEO’s off spending millions. Since privatization in 1989, they’ve paid out £50 billion to shareholders and piled up £56 billion in debt—money that could’ve fixed the pipes. The bans punish everyday convenience while ignoring the massive waste at the source. If we’re facing hotter summers, we need infrastructure that delivers, not drains. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/08f3fced4a7debb6

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