Bristol Water has confirmed the introduction of a hosepipe ban aimed at protecting the River Severn in Gloucestershire. This measure is part of ongoing efforts to manage water resources carefully amid concerns about environmental sustainability and water supply stability in the region. The restrictions will apply to specified parts of Gloucestershire, requiring residents and businesses to limit the use of hosepipes for activities such as watering gardens, washing cars, or filling paddling pools. Bristol Water urges the local community to comply with the ban to help conserve vital water supplies and support the health of the river ecosystem.