The Vale of Glamorgan has now been included in areas of South Wales that are officially in a drought.

That was the outcome of a meeting of the Wales Drought Liaison Group which has decided to expand the area across the region which is suffering the effect of the recent sustained hot weather,.

While the Vale is now officially in drought, that does not mean the implementation of a hose pipe ban or other serious measures.

Residents are just being asked to be mindful of the  situation and limit water  use when appropriate.

Natalie Hall, sustainable water manager for NRW, said: "The prolonged period of dry and hot weather has seen our natural environment placed under extreme pressure.

"With little in the way of significant rainfall in the forecast, and with the impact the ongoing situation is having on the very ecosystems we all depend on, we have taken the decision to move the South East of Wales and parts of Mid Wales into drought status from today.

"With South West Wales already in drought, we're keeping a close eye on the situation in North Wales and the rest of Mid Wales.

"We remain in regular contact with water companies, local authorities and other partners regarding any emerging impacts on the environment, agriculture, and water supplies right across Wales, and will not hesitate to take any further action as needed."