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Thames Water: Temporary Renationalisation Looms

As Thames Water teeters on the brink of collapse, temporary state control appears increasingly inevitable. Explore the financial quagmire and why renationalisation might be the least worst option for Britain's largest water company.

Thames Water creditors agree £1.6bn rescue deal

Thames Water's creditors have agreed to a crucial £1.6bn financial restructuring plan as Britain's largest water company battles to avoid collapse, while Tesco reports strong profits and markets react to economic uncertainty.

Sewage Crisis Threatens Britain's Historic Sporting Events

Exclusive investigation reveals how sewage pollution is threatening Britain's most cherished sporting traditions, from The Boat Race to The Grand National, with organisers and athletes speaking out about the environmental emergency.

Urgent Hosepipe Ban Warning for UK Households

Millions of Britons face imminent garden hose restrictions as water companies issue urgent drought warnings. Discover the essential actions to avoid fines and protect supplies during the heatwave.

Stop Flushing Wet Wipes: The £100M UK Blockage Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals how a nationwide 'flush-and-forget' habit is causing sewage chaos, environmental damage, and adding millions to water bills. Discover the shocking truth about what really happens after you flush.

Mum clears £36k credit card debt with simple method

A UK mother reveals her simple but effective 'snowball method' to become debt-free, paying off a staggering £36,000 in credit card debt on an average income. Her story is an inspiration to families struggling with the cost of living.

Water Bills to Rise by £19 a Year from April 2025

Households across England and Wales face an average £19 increase in their annual water bills starting April 2025, as regulator Ofwat approves the rise to fund critical infrastructure and environmental improvements.

Thames 'Wet Wipe Island': London's Man-Made Monster

A monstrous man-made island, the size of two tennis courts, has been exposed in the River Thames. Built entirely from discarded wet wipes and sewage debris, it's a stark symbol of London's plastic pollution crisis and the failure of 'flushable' product la

Sydney Water misled public over PFAS in drinking water

A parliamentary committee has found Sydney Water provided inaccurate information about PFAS 'forever chemical' hotspots in drinking water catchments, raising serious concerns about transparency and public health safeguards.

Anglian Water hit with £2.65m Ofwat penalty

Anglian Water has been hit with a £2.65 million penalty by regulator Ofwat for missing key performance targets on pollution and customer service, impacting millions in the East of England.

Thames Torso Mystery: 20 Year Hunt for Boy in the Blue

Twenty years after the discovery of 'Adam's' torso in the Thames, Scotland Yard's grisly ritual murder case remains one of its most haunting unsolved crimes. New forensic techniques offer a final hope for justice.

Thames Water crisis deepens as Ofwat rejects 40% bill hike

Britain's largest water company, Thames Water, faces a deepening crisis after regulator Ofwat rejected its plea for a 40% bill increase. The decision raises the spectre of a temporary government takeover as the utility grapples with massive debt and urgen

Thames Water: Creditors propose £20bn rescue package

Major creditors have tabled a radical £20 billion restructuring plan to rescue Thames Water from administration, aiming to secure the future of Britain's largest water company and prevent a national crisis.

Thames Water on the Brink: Ofwat Rejects Bailout

Britain's largest water company, Thames Water, faces potential collapse as regulator Ofwat blocks its rescue plan. With debts soaring to £15.6bn, the government prepares for a temporary nationalisation to avert a crisis for 16 million customers.

Ofwat Rejects Thames Water Bailout, Collapse Looms

Britain's water regulator, Ofwat, has dealt a crushing blow to Thames Water's recovery plan, rejecting its plea for higher bills and lenient penalties. This decision pushes the debt-laden utility, serving 16 million customers, closer to a potential govern

UK Boil Water Alert Over Parasite Fears

Households across parts of the UK are being urgently advised to boil their drinking water following the discovery of a potentially harmful parasite. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.

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