Windermere sewage contamination crisis revealed
The largest survey of its kind finds dangerous sewage bacteria polluting most of Windermere, raising serious health and environmental concerns.
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Sharkey slams Environment Agency over water pollution
Former Undertones frontman and clean water campaigner Feargal Sharkey accuses the Environment Agency of failing to protect England's rivers from sewage pollution, as legal action looms.
San Diego beaches contaminated by Mexican sewage
San Diego's idyllic beaches face a growing environmental disaster as raw sewage from Mexico contaminates its shores, posing health risks and economic concerns.
Thames 'Wet Wipe Island' clean-up shocks London
A massive clean-up operation has removed a grotesque 'wet wipe island' from the River Thames, exposing London's growing sewage pollution crisis. Discover how this environmental eyesore formed – and what's being done to stop it.
Water boss paid £1.3m despite pollution failures
The CEO of Yorkshire Water received a staggering £1.3m payout despite the company's failure to meet sewage pollution targets, sparking fury among customers and environmental groups.
Sewage leak sparks chaos at Atlanta Airport
A major sewage leak at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has caused travel chaos, with passengers reporting foul odours and potential health hazards. Authorities are scrambling to contain the situation.
Anglian Water fined millions for sewage discharges
Anglian Water has been fined millions by Ofwat for illegal sewage discharges, marking one of the largest penalties in UK water industry history.
Anglian Water fined £2.65m for sewage pollution
Anglian Water has been hit with a £2.65 million fine for illegally discharging sewage into rivers. Read how the water regulator Ofwat uncovered the scandal.
Water bosses face pay freeze over sewage spills
Executives at water companies in England and Wales will see their pay rises blocked and bonuses banned following public outrage over sewage spills and poor performance.
Labour: England faces worst sewage crisis in history
Labour's shadow environment secretary, Steve Reed, accuses the government of failing to protect England's waterways as sewage spills reach record levels. Experts warn of severe ecological damage and public health risks.
Water firms must prioritise public over profits
A damning report calls for UK water companies to shift focus from shareholder dividends to environmental and social responsibility, amid rising public outrage over sewage spills and service failures.
Influencer swims in sewage-like foam sparking outrage
A social media influencer has divided opinions after posting a video of herself swimming in murky sea foam, with many accusing her of ignoring potential health risks from sewage contamination.
Ofwat review exposes water industry sewage failures
A damning review reveals systemic failures in England and Wales' water industry, with sewage spills and poor regulation under scrutiny.
Govt demands action from Thames Water over pollution
Environment Secretary Steve Reed calls for urgent measures as Thames Water comes under fire for sewage spills and environmental failures.
New watchdog to tackle UK water pollution crisis
As public outrage grows over sewage spills and water pollution, a new regulatory body promises to hold water companies accountable. But will it be enough to clean up Britain's rivers and coasts?
UK water pollution scandal: Firms 'getting away with' damage
Labour accuses the government of allowing water companies to pollute England's rivers and seas while regulators turn a blind eye. Calls for urgent reforms grow louder.
Sharkey attacks government inaction on water reform
Former Undertones frontman and clean water campaigner Feargal Sharkey criticises the government's lack of progress on water reform, as sewage spills continue to plague UK rivers and coasts.
Water bosses paid £278m amid sewage scandals
Shocking revelations show water company executives raking in millions while customers face rising bills and environmental disasters.
Ofwat axes water industry rules amid sewage crisis
The UK water regulator Ofwat has abolished crucial industry regulations, raising concerns over sewage management and environmental impact.
Water industry faces nationalisation calls amid failures
Growing pressure mounts to bring England's water sector back into public hands as critics slam privatised firms for soaring bills and environmental failures.
Labour attacks Ofwat over water industry failures
Shadow Environment Secretary Steve Reed accuses Ofwat of negligence and calls for urgent reforms to protect consumers from rising bills and sewage pollution.
Water boss doubles salary amid sewage scandal
Southern Water's CEO faces backlash as his salary doubles to £1.3m while the company struggles with sewage spills and financial penalties.
Southern Water boss gets £14m amid sewage scandal
Southern Water's CEO faces backlash over a £14 million pay package while the company dumps sewage into UK waters. Critics demand accountability.
UK govt's new sewage plan faces criticism
The UK government has announced a revised plan to reduce sewage discharges into rivers, but critics argue it lacks urgency and fails to meet environmental targets.
Labour pledges to tackle UK sewage pollution crisis
The Labour Party unveils ambitious plans to tackle the UK's sewage pollution crisis, promising stricter regulations and hefty fines for water companies.
Labour targets water firms over sewage and exec pay
Shadow Environment Secretary Steve Reed pledges to hold water companies accountable for sewage spills and excessive executive pay if Labour wins the next election.
Virgin Atlantic luggage drenched in sewage at JFK
A Virgin Atlantic passenger's nightmare unfolded at JFK Airport when her luggage was soaked in raw sewage, leaving her belongings ruined and the airline scrambling for answers.
Labour to abolish Ofwat in water regulation overhaul
Labour announces plans to abolish Ofwat, the water regulator, and replace it with a new body to tackle sewage spills and rising bills. Here’s what you need to know.
Sewage leaks and rising bills spark UK outrage
Ministers and water regulator Ofwat are under scrutiny as households across the UK face rising bills while sewage spills continue to plague rivers and coastlines.
UK seaside towns face sewage disaster
Popular British coastal resorts are facing a sewage nightmare, with raw waste flooding beaches. Experts warn of health risks as tourists flock to affected areas.
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