Warrington schools are cutting their water bills by an average of £2,190 a year.

This is thanks to a water-saving scheme by United Utilities and Warrington Council.

The scheme involves free water-saving visits to schools, where leaks are identified and fixed, and water-saving devices are installed.

Out of the 91 schools contacted in March 2024, 37 have already benefited from these visits.

On average, each school had seven leaks repaired and 90 devices like save-a-flush bags, urinal controls, and tap inserts installed.

The repairs and devices are saving each school an estimated 1,872 litres of water daily.

This equates to a saving of around £6 a day, or £2,190 annually, based on wholesale water charges.

Louise Atkin, head of service for quality education at Warrington Borough Council, said: "We want to encourage as many schools as possible to take up this free offer to check their water efficiency."

United Utilities’ area engagement lead, Emma Birch, added: "We are really pleased to be helping schools to save water and money.

"The water-saving visits are free of charge and usually completed outside school hours."

Following the success of the scheme, United Utilities has announced it will be extended to all businesses across Cheshire.

Businesses wishing to take advantage of the offer can book a free water-saving visit by completing a form on the Groundwork website.

Alternatively, they can call Groundwork on 0161 785 7410, Monday to Friday, between 9am and 5pm, or email GM.Watersaving@groundwork.org.uk.