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Written question asked by Vikki Slade (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 7 September 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 10 September 2026 (named day). It was answered by Emma Hardy (Labour) on Monday, 21 September 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Housing: Water

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to support the installation of rainwater collection methods in existing homes.

Answer

This Government is taking steps to support rainwater harvesting and recycling in homes. We have committed to reforming how rainwater is used in homes through the Clean Water Bill. This sits alongside our review of the water efficiency and drainage standards in Building Regulations (2010).


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
27681
Session
2026-27
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Conservation Housing Water
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk