Defra accused of "paralysis" over delayed water efficiency plan

Jessica Shankleman
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Water white paper pushed back to autumn as new study highlights increasing risk of water shortages to investors

The government has been accused of "paralysis" after delaying the launch of a draft paper outlining how it will improve water efficiency. Environment minister Richard Benyon confirmed earlier this week...

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