A WATER leak which left households with no supply has been fixed, say United Utilities.

The leak on Burrows Lane, Eccleston has affected people in the WA10 and WA11 postcode areas since yesterday (Monday).

United Utilities sent engineers to the site to resolve the issue.

This morning, it has been confirmed the leak has now been fixed.

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A statement said: "Water should now be flowing again in WA10 and WA11, St Helens. Our engineers have fixed the leak on Burrows Lane.

"We're sorry if you have been affected by this and thank you for your patience".