England could face droughts in 20 years due to climate breakdown - report

Auditor general predicts drought in 20 years as demand rises and climate crisis reduces supply England is in danger of experiencing droughts within 20 years unless action is taken to combat the impact of the climate crisis on water availability, the public spending watchdog says.The National Audit Office (NAO), in a report published on Wednesday, says some parts of England, especially the south-east, are at risk of running out of water owing to decreased rainfall and a need to cut the amount taken from natural waterways. Continue reading...