Sixth day of water crisis hits Tunbridge Wells
Thousands in Kent face a sixth day without safe drinking water after a treatment plant failure. Businesses report huge losses as a boil notice remains in force. Read the latest.
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Construction worker's tap water warning goes viral
A construction worker's viral video reveals corroded UK water pipes, urging households to use filtration systems. Despite official safety ratings, the footage raises concerns.
Brits fined £500 for Thailand holiday drinking
Two British tourists face hefty fines after being caught drinking alcohol during Thailand's sacred Buddhist holiday, highlighting strict local laws travellers often overlook.
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 firms may charge twice for sewage fixes
Environmental campaigners take regulator Ofwat to court over controversial plans allowing water companies to bill customers twice for tackling sewage pollution crises.
Sydney Paint Harvests Drinking Water From Air
Groundbreaking technology developed by University of Sydney researchers can extract litres of drinking water daily from atmospheric moisture using nothing but specialised paint.
UK Water Crisis: Forever Chemicals Force Urgent Action
England's drinking water regulator has been compelled to take immediate action after government scientists identified widespread risks from toxic PFAS chemicals in water supplies, raising serious health concerns nationwide.
Widow fined for donating late husband's clothes to charity
A widow faces heartbreaking penalty after donating her deceased husband's belongings to The Salvation Army while navigating cancer treatment and bereavement.
Hampshire water crisis: Drought order sought
Southern Water declares 'precautionary drought order' for Hampshire and Isle of Wight as Met Office forecasts exceptionally dry conditions, raising concerns about water supply security.
Shell fined £176k for six-day flaring incident
Shell's Stanlow plant faces substantial penalty after continuous flaring created deafening noise and black smoke plumes, sparking hundreds of resident complaints and environmental concerns.
Bristol's Spanish water imports during crisis expose UK failures
Exclusive investigation reveals how Bristol's water emergency led to Spanish imports while local supplies ran dry. The shocking truth behind Britain's water infrastructure failures.
Bear Grylls' Water Filter Eliminates Bad UK Tap Water Taste
Discover how Bear Grylls' revolutionary Water-to-Go filter transforms UK tap water into pure, great-tasting drinking water while removing 99.9% of contaminants. Perfect for outdoor adventures and everyday use.
Thames Water crisis as regulator demands £70bn overhaul
England's largest water company, Thames Water, is under scrutiny as regulator Ofwat rejects business plans and demands massive investment in infrastructure while keeping bills affordable for customers.
Thames Water Crisis: Suppliers Face Collapse Over £15bn Debt
Exclusive investigation reveals Thames Water, Severn Trent and other key suppliers are drowning in debt while planning massive bill increases up to 91%, raising fears of nationalisation.
England's water crisis: sewage pollution hits record high
New data reveals England's water quality has reached its lowest point on record, with sewage pollution incidents soaring and environmental standards collapsing across the board.
Environment Agency fined for water monitoring failures
The Environment Agency faces unprecedented fines after investigation reveals systemic failures in monitoring water companies across Cumbria and Northumbria.
Record £1.1m sewage fines hit English water firms
England's water companies face unprecedented penalties for illegal sewage dumping as the Environment Agency takes aggressive action against environmental violations in waterways.
491 companies fined for minimum wage violations
Exclusive investigation reveals 491 businesses fined for failing to pay minimum wage, with high street names and major retailers among the worst offenders.
West Ham star fined after XL Bully dog attack
West Ham United footballer Said Benrahma has been fined after his American XL Bully dog attacked a woman in a London street, leaving her with significant injuries to her hand and leg.
Toxic algae crisis leaves 500,000 without safe water
Massive toxic algae bloom in Lake Erie leaves nearly 500,000 residents across Ohio and Michigan without safe drinking water, sparking urgent health warnings and emergency response efforts.
Texas water crisis: Energy plants drain Corpus Christi supply
A severe water shortage grips Corpus Christi, Texas, as booming energy sector operations threaten the city's water security, forcing residents to cut consumption while industrial use continues.
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.
10 Ways to Slash Your Water Bills & Save Hundreds
Discover expert-approved strategies to dramatically reduce your water costs without sacrificing comfort. From simple fixes to smart investments, learn how UK households can fight rising bills.
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.
Water bills to jump for millions after regulator approval
Millions of British households face significant increases in their water bills after regulator Ofwat approved substantial price rises for water companies across England and Wales.
Ofwat proposes cutting water company profits by £70 per household
Regulator Ofwat proposes cutting water company profits by £70 per household, targeting underperforming firms like Southern Water and Thames Water in major industry shake-up.
Water bills to rise as Ofwat approves price increases
Millions of British households face significant water bill increases as regulator Ofwat approves new pricing structure to fund infrastructure improvements and environmental compliance.
Cardinals Coach Gannon Fined by NFL for Conduct
NFL imposes significant financial penalty on Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon following investigation into inappropriate sideline behaviour during preseason game.
Water bills crisis: Millions face huge price hikes
Exclusive analysis reveals water bills in England could surge by hundreds of pounds annually as companies seek massive investment funding. Discover how this affects your household budget.
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