3.113 Water is an integral part of the country's economy and a key input to every part of the UK economy. The Government wants to ensure that the water system continues to meet the needs of a growing UK population and remains resilient in the face of a changing climate which could cause problems for water availability.
3.114 The Government wants to ensure fair and affordable water and sewerage services while maintaining excellent drinking water quality and protecting and enhancing the ecological status of water bodies such as lakes and rivers.
3.115 The Government will set out its objectives for managing water resources in the Water White Paper later this year.