It was announced by the firm last week on Tuesday, July 21, that a temporary ban would start at 12.01am on Thursday, July 23. Now, Thames Water has been asked by this newspaper when the temporary ban could be coming to an end. "Thank you to everyone who has already reduced their water use- your support is helping protect water supplies for communities and the environment." This comes amid a forecast of rain for Oxfordshire after weeks without showers in the county, leading to a state of drought being declared. “We want everyone to stay safe and hydrated during the hot weather but every drop we can save is a drop more for nature and agriculture.”