Water firm bans tankers from transporting water for billionaire's lake

Southern Water, a water company in the UK, has banned tankers from transporting water to a lake owned by US billionaire Stephen Schwarzman. The lake, located in Berkshire, has been the subject of controversy, with concerns raised about the impact of water extraction on the local environment. The decision by Southern Water comes after it received complaints from residents about the large volume of water being transported to the lake. The company stated that it has a responsibility to ensure the sustainable management of water resources in the region and that the water extraction for the lake was not in line with its environmental obligations. The ban on water tankers is seen as a significant move, as it highlights the growing scrutiny over the use of water resources by the wealthy and powerful. It also raises questions about the fairness and sustainability of such practices, particularly in the face of increasing concerns about water scarcity and climate change.