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Sewage spills surge 54% in England's rivers

Shocking new data reveals sewage discharges into England's rivers and seas have skyrocketed, with storm overflows operating for millions of hours despite drought conditions.

Parking apps costing drivers millions in fines

Exclusive investigation reveals UK councils are pocketing millions in fines as drivers struggle with confusing parking apps and hidden charges in the cashless revolution.

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.

Bizarre UK Laws That Could Get You Fined

Discover the strange and outdated laws still active across Britain that could see you fined for everyday activities from handling salmon suspiciously to knocking on doors and running away.

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.

Blue Badge mum faces £3k school run parking fines

A disabled mother reveals how she accumulated £3,000 in parking fines during school runs, despite displaying her Blue Badge, exposing a shocking failure in council enforcement systems.

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.

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.

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.

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

Parents face £2,500 fines for school holiday absences

Strict new government regulations empower headteachers to issue hefty fines and pursue legal action against parents taking children out of school without permission, with penalties reaching up to £2,500 per child.

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'.

Canary Islands Tourists Face Bans for Dodging Fines

Holidaymakers in the Canary Islands are being warned they risk severe financial penalties and being barred from returning if they attempt to dodge on-the-spot fines for flouting local laws.

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

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