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flag The UK proposes water-saving fixtures in new homes to cut usage, ease shortages, and accelerate housing delivery.

flag The UK government has proposed requiring water-saving features such as aerated taps, showerheads, and dual-flush toilets in all new homes to combat water scarcity and boost housing delivery. flag A 12-week consultation aims to strengthen building regulations, targeting a 20-litre-per-person daily water reduction—saving about £111 annually on bills—while supporting the goal of building 1.5 million homes by 2030. flag The changes are intended to overcome development delays in water-stressed areas like Cambridge and north Sussex, reduce pressure on rivers and chalk streams, and enhance drought resilience. flag Though innovations like rainwater harvesting are being explored, the focus remains on scalable, practical solutions. flag Officials say the reforms could unlock thousands of additional homes and help achieve a 20% drop in per-person water use by 2038.

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