The UK faces potential water shortages and hosepipe bans due to climate change and poor water storage.

The Environment Agency forecasts a daily water deficit of nearly 5 billion litres by 2050.

Water restrictions could extend to agriculture, businesses, and public buildings if the situation worsens.

The UK's reliance on private water companies is implicated in the lack of necessary infrastructure improvements.

The public is being urged to conserve water in light of the impending crisis.

Long-term solutions proposed include the construction of new reservoirs, better river management, and fixing leaky pipes.