DJ's 24-hour broadcast protest against sewage spills
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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.
Water giants investigated over potential customer overcharging
Major UK water suppliers including Southern Water and Anglian Water are under investigation by the Competition and Markets Authority for potentially overcharging customers by hundreds of millions.
Five UK water companies face government crackdown over pollution
Exclusive investigation reveals five major water companies including Thames Water and Anglian Water face potential special measures after repeated environmental breaches. Discover which suppliers are failing customers and the environment.
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 faces High Court over £18bn debt crisis
Britain's largest water company Thames Water is locked in a legal battle with regulator Ofwat as it struggles with £18 billion debt and potential collapse, threatening London's water supply.
Thames Water Collapse Fears: Government Prepares Contingency
Exclusive: Thames Water faces High Court hearing as government contingency plans are revealed amid fears of financial collapse affecting 15 million customers across London and the Thames Valley.
Thames Water Faces High Court Winding-Up Petition
Britain's largest water supplier Thames Water confronts potential collapse as creditors file High Court petition over unpaid debts, raising concerns about London's water security.
Govt axes water social tariff as bills set to soar 44%
Exclusive: Government abandons promised social tariff for water bills, leaving struggling households across the UK to face crippling price hikes of up to 44% from Thames Water and other suppliers.
BlackRock's £2.1bn Aletto Power Acquisition Finalised
Investment titan BlackRock secures a landmark $2.6 billion deal to acquire Minnesota Power's parent company, Aletto. This strategic move signals a major shift in energy sector ownership and raises pivotal questions about renewable investment and market co
Thames Water Delays £7.5m Charity Payment Amid Crisis
Thames Water postpones £7.5m charity payment as financial pressures mount, sparking outrage from environmental groups and raising fresh concerns over the utility giant's stability.
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.
Sheffield Water Crisis: Sewage Spills and Supply Failures
Yorkshire Water is under fire for a series of incidents in Sheffield, including sewage discharges into a park and supply disruptions, raising serious questions about infrastructure and regulatory compliance.
Thames Water agrees £75m fine payment plan for sewage offences
Thames Water has struck a crucial deal with regulators to pay a £75m fine for sewage spills and illegal dividends through a multi-year payment plan, averting immediate financial crisis but facing intense scrutiny over its environmental record and financia
Govt plans emergency Thames Water takeover amid debt crisis
Exclusive: Ministers and regulators prepare contingency plan for Thames Water's potential collapse as Britain's largest water supplier struggles under massive debt burden, raising concerns about bills and service delivery.
San Francisco Approves 24/7 Paid Robotaxi Services
In a landmark decision, California regulators have approved the expansion of Cruise and Waymo's autonomous taxi services in San Francisco, allowing 24/7 paid rides and marking a pivotal moment for the self-driving car industry.
Ofwat Faces Backlash Over Water Regulation
Critics question Ofwat's latest rulings as water companies face backlash over rising bills and service failures. Is the regulator doing enough to protect consumers?
Manchester water crisis: Brown sludge from taps
Manchester residents are horrified as brown water flows from their taps, with United Utilities investigating potential contamination risks.
US warns over Chinese Thames Water takeover
Senior US politicians warn that Labour's potential sale of Thames Water to a Chinese state-linked company could pose a serious national security threat to the UK.
Thames Water sold to Chinese investors amid debt crisis
Thames Water, Britain's largest water supplier, has been sold to a consortium linked to the Chinese government, while the UK steps in to manage its staggering £16.8bn debt crisis.
Thames Water may face temporary nationalisation
The UK government is reportedly considering placing Thames Water under temporary state control as the debt-laden utility giant struggles to secure private investment. Shadow Environment Secretary Steve Reed warns of potential bill hikes for customers.
Govt plans for Thames Water collapse as crisis deepens
Specialist advisers have been appointed to oversee contingency plans for Thames Water's potential collapse, as the UK's largest water supplier faces financial turmoil.
Ofwat examines £13m paid to Yorkshire Water boss offshore
Ofwat is probing £13m in payments made to Yorkshire Water CEO Nicola Shaw via an offshore parent company, raising concerns over transparency and executive pay in the utilities sector.
Water nationalisation: fair price or false promise?
The debate over water nationalisation heats up as critics question whether the public is truly benefiting from the move. Explore the financial and social implications.
Whitmer reshapes Michigan utilities for clean energy push
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer appoints new utilities board members to accelerate the state's transition to clean energy, setting a national example.
Yorkshire Water boss in offshore pay row
The CEO of Yorkshire Water faces backlash as millions paid to offshore parent company while customers struggle with soaring bills.
Labour MPs slam Thames Water exec bonuses amid crisis
Labour MPs demand action as Thames Water executives receive hefty bonuses despite company's financial turmoil and service failures.
Labour's AI plans may hike water bills
Experts warn that Labour's ambitious AI data centre plans may lead to skyrocketing water bills, with local suppliers struggling to meet demand.
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