Water bills to rise as Ofwat budget soars to £72m
Households face higher water bills as the budget for Ofwat, the soon-to-be-abolished regulator, jumps 28% to £72 million. Discover how this impacts you and the planned overhaul.
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Hastings homes without water on Christmas Day
Hundreds in Hastings faced a dry Christmas after a burst pipe. Southern Water's infrastructure failures are condemned by local MP. Read the full story.
100 Families Without Water on Christmas Day
A burst water main left around 100 households in Sussex with no running water on Christmas Day. Southern Water set up emergency bottled water stations. Were you affected?
Couple's water usage war divides Guardian readers
Peter's obsession with cutting water bills leads to household conflict over showers and flushes. Guardian readers deliver their verdict on the domestic dispute.
Hastings Christmas water crisis after pipe burst
Southern Water warns Hastings residents could lose supply from Christmas Eve after a major pipe burst. Emergency bottled water is being delivered to vulnerable households.
Scottish Water kept E. coli reservoir open for a year
Scottish Water failed to shut a contaminated reservoir for nearly a year, posing a 'clear risk to public health'. Read the shocking details as bills are set to soar.
Water Boss: CEO Should Not Resign Over Kent Supply Crisis
South East Water director defends CEO as 24,000 Kent homes face a boil water notice. Calls for resignation 'misunderstand' wider industry challenges, says company. Read the latest.
Simple DIY Trick to Prevent Frozen Pipes
British Gas shares an easy, inexpensive DIY insulation trick to prevent pipes from freezing and bursting this winter. Protect your home from costly leaks and flooding.
Sixth day of water crisis hits Tunbridge Wells
Thousands in Kent face a sixth day without safe drinking water after a treatment plant failure. Businesses report huge losses as a boil notice remains in force. Read the latest.
Ideal winter thermostat setting to avoid frozen pipes
A boiler expert reveals the perfect temperature range to set your thermostat this winter to keep your home warm, your bills down, and prevent costly frozen pipes. Learn the smart tips now.
Tunbridge Wells water crisis enters sixth day
Thousands in Kent face a sixth day without safe tap water after a chemical fault. Residents told to boil water, as calls grow for army intervention and CEO resignation.
Massive Data Centres Strain Australia's Drinking Water
The explosive growth of data centres in Australia is consuming billions of litres of drinking water for cooling, sparking a national debate over resource allocation and sustainability.
Boil Water Notice for 24,000 Homes in Kent
South East Water restores supply to Tunbridge Wells after five days, but issues a crucial boil water notice. Residents face ongoing disruption as company apologises.
Tunbridge Wells water crisis enters fifth day
Tunbridge Wells faces a fifth day without running water, affecting 24,000 people. MP demands CEO's resignation as schools close and residents struggle. Read the full story.
Avoid Frozen Pipes: Set Thermostat to 10°C Minimum
Boiler experts reveal the crucial minimum temperature to stop pipes freezing and avoid costly damage this winter, plus smart tips to save on energy bills.
Water chaos in Tunbridge Wells after chemical mishap
Thousands in Kent face fourth day without water after South East Water adds wrong chemicals. Schools shut, elderly struggle, and MP demands CEO's resignation.
MP demands water boss resigns over Tunbridge Wells crisis
Thousands in Tunbridge Wells face a third day without water. Lib Dem MP Mike Martin brands it an 'utter disgrace' and demands the CEO's resignation. Read the full story.
Simple trick stops pipes freezing and saves money
Plumbing experts reveal a simple, cost-free method to prevent frozen pipes and avoid costly winter damage. Protect your home now with this easy preventative measure.
British Gas: How to deal with frozen pipes this winter
As UK temperatures plummet to -6°C, British Gas shares urgent guidance on preventing and thawing frozen pipes to avoid burst pipes and costly home damage. Act now to protect your property.
Plumber: Don't Turn Heating Off, Keep It On Low
A plumbing expert reveals why turning your heating off completely is a mistake. Discover how to save on energy bills and prevent costly frozen pipes this winter.
Castle Water offers £1bn extra for Thames Water rescue
Castle Water proposes a £1bn larger cash injection than rivals to rescue debt-laden Thames Water and tackle its pollution crisis. Will this offer break the deadlock?
Construction worker's tap water warning goes viral
A construction worker's viral video reveals corroded UK water pipes, urging households to use filtration systems. Despite official safety ratings, the footage raises concerns.
Ideal home temperature to prevent frozen pipes
Plumbing expert David Doran reveals the ideal thermostat setting of 18-20°C to prevent frozen and burst pipes during the UK cold snap. Learn how to protect your home.
Lake Tahoe water contaminated with feces - boil order issued
Emergency boil-water advisory issued for Lake Tahoe area after dangerous fecal bacteria detected in water supply, affecting thousands of homes and businesses.
Thames Water Crisis: £1.1bn Funding Collapses
Exclusive: Thames Water's emergency funding plan collapses as shareholders refuse £1.1bn injection, raising fears of potential special administration and creating turmoil for UK's largest water supplier.
Thames Water faces £74m penalty in Ofwat crackdown
England's water regulator Ofwat imposes £88 million in penalties on Thames Water and other suppliers for missed targets, as the sector faces mounting debt and environmental challenges.
Sydney Paint Harvests Drinking Water From Air
Groundbreaking technology developed by University of Sydney researchers can extract litres of drinking water daily from atmospheric moisture using nothing but specialised paint.
Forever Chemicals Found in UK Drinking Water
Exclusive investigation uncovers concerning levels of toxic 'forever chemicals' in UK drinking water supplies, with regulators accused of withholding crucial safety data from the public.
Health Experts Debunk Dangerous Tap Water Myths
Medical professionals are challenging viral wellness claims that UK tap water is unsafe, warning that filtered water alternatives could pose serious health risks.
UK Water Crisis: Forever Chemicals Force Urgent Action
England's drinking water regulator has been compelled to take immediate action after government scientists identified widespread risks from toxic PFAS chemicals in water supplies, raising serious health concerns nationwide.
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