Kenya Aid Scandal: Funds Fuel Environmental Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how international development funds are creating toxic wastelands in Nairobi, raising urgent questions about Western aid accountability.
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Government accused of allowing illegal sewage dumping in Kent
Exclusive investigation reveals Environment Agency permitted Southern Water to discharge sewage into conservation area, sparking legal threats and environmental outrage.
100-tonne fatberg removed from West London sewers
Thames Water completes massive sewage clearance operation after removing a colossal fatberg weighing over 100 tonnes from Feltham's Victorian-era sewer system.
Thames Water sewage leak closes Hammersmith Bridge
Major infrastructure failure sees Hammersmith Bridge shut indefinitely after Thames Water sewage leak contaminates River Thames, sparking health and environmental concerns across London.
Ibiza sewage flood turns holidays into nightmares
British tourists face holiday horror as raw sewage floods Ibiza's popular resorts, contaminating beaches and forcing desperate visitors to wade through contaminated waters. Health warnings issued as the Mediterranean paradise battles infrastructure collap
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.
Labour to block water boss bonuses over pollution
Sir Keir Starmer announces tough new rules blocking water company executives from receiving bonuses if their firms commit serious environmental offences, following public outrage over sewage dumping.
Water firms to pay £194 to millions after failure
Thames Water and other major suppliers are forced to pay £194 to customers after missing key performance targets on sewage, supply, and pollution. Find out if you're due compensation.
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.
Minnesota Lake Overrun by Giant Dumped Pet Goldfish
A Minnesota lake faces an ecological disaster as thousands of giant, invasive goldfish, dumped by pet owners, multiply and threaten the native ecosystem. Officials are now battling to contain the problem.
UK Town Buried Under 15,000 Tonnes of Fly-Tipped Waste
A quiet UK town has been declared the nation's fly-tipping capital after being inundated with a staggering 15,000 tonnes of illegally dumped waste, including hazardous materials, creating a national scandal.
Melbourne sewage farm becomes bird haven for 300 species
Discover the remarkable transformation of the Western Treatment Plant in Melbourne from a utilitarian sewage facility into a globally significant sanctuary for over 300 species of birds, rivalling some of the world's most famous wetlands.
Fly-tipping gang ordered to pay £110k for toxic dump
A ruthless fly-tipping gang that orchestrated a massive 500-tonne illegal dump, poisoning a village with toxic fumes, has been brought to justice. Read the full story of the environmental crime and the hefty penalties.
Trump Scotland golf course accused of sewage breaches
The Trump Organisation's Aberdeenshire golf course is under investigation by SEPA for reportedly exceeding sewage discharge limits, raising serious environmental concerns.
Sewage Sleuths Expose Toxic Truth About UK River Crisis
An explosive investigation by determined citizen scientists reveals how systemic sewage dumping by water companies is causing the slow, dirty death of rivers across England and Wales, with regulators accused of turning a blind eye.
6,000 Hours of Sewage Pollutes UK National Parks
Shocking new data reveals sewage was pumped into the rivers and lakes of Britain's most treasured national parks for thousands of hours last year, with the Lake District and Snowdonia among the worst hit.
Toxic Landfill Waste Illegally Spread on English Farms
An Environment Agency investigation uncovers a major environmental crime, with hazardous waste from landfills and sewage plants being spread on farmland, threatening food safety and public health.
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
Raw Sewage Spill Closes Cornwall Beaches, Health Alert Issued
Popular Cornish beaches are closed after a major sewage discharge, with surfers and swimmers warned of serious health risks. South West Water faces scrutiny over the incident.
Falmouth's 'Third World' Sewage Crisis: A National Scandal
The picturesque port town of Falmouth, a jewel in Cornwall's crown, is facing an environmental disaster as raw sewage repeatedly floods streets and homes, with residents and officials branding the situation a 'national scandal'.
320 Tonnes of Waste Dumped in Westminster by Criminal Gang
A ruthless criminal gang is operating with impunity, dumping mountains of commercial waste across Westminster. Despite police awareness, authorities admit they are powerless to stop the environmental blight plaguing one of London's most prestigious postco
Grandad's £10k nightmare after fly-tippers fill garage
A grandfather from West Yorkshire is facing a £10,000 clean-up bill after ruthless fly-tippers filled his entire garage with an estimated 30 tonnes of commercial waste, including hazardous asbestos.
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.
Olympians swim in raw sewage to protest Thames pollution
British Olympians protest Thames sewage pollution with a hazardous swim from Parliament to Tower Bridge, demanding government action on water company discharges.
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
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
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.
Colchester's fly-tip crackdown: £400 fines for offenders
Colchester City Council launches a tough new campaign against fly-tipping, warning residents they will be fined up to £400 for dumping waste illegally. The 'no nonsense' approach targets offenders across the borough.
Hawaii's Coral Reefs Face Sewage Contamination Crisis
Groundbreaking research uncovers extensive sewage pollution devastating Hawaii's iconic coral reefs, threatening marine ecosystems and public health through contaminated groundwater.
Government Sued Over 'Illegal' Water Pollution System
Wildlife Trusts launch unprecedented legal challenge against the UK government, accusing it of unlawfully permitting rampant pollution in England's rivers and coastal waters, causing devastating ecological harm.
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