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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.

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.

New Water Rules to Save UK Families £100 a Year

Millions of British households are set for cheaper water bills as regulators unveil a major crackdown on water company profits, promising significant savings and cleaner rivers.

Urgent Hosepipe Ban Warning for UK Households

Millions of Britons face imminent garden hose restrictions as water companies issue urgent drought warnings. Discover the essential actions to avoid fines and protect supplies during the heatwave.

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.

FCA censures Admiral over PPI complaint mishandling

The Financial Conduct Authority has publicly censured Admiral Insurance for systematically mishandling PPI complaints, failing to properly investigate claims, and unfairly rejecting customers.

Ombudsman Slams Home Office Over Windrush Claimant Neglect

The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman has issued a damning report condemning Home Office officials for their 'unacceptable' handling of a Windrush claimant's case while she was terminally ill, demanding urgent improvements to prevent further inju

Water Bills to Rise by £19 a Year from April 2025

Households across England and Wales face an average £19 increase in their annual water bills starting April 2025, as regulator Ofwat approves the rise to fund critical infrastructure and environmental improvements.

MPs Demand Urgent Overhaul of Failing Charity Commission

A powerful cross-party committee of MPs has issued a scathing report demanding a major overhaul of the Charity Commission, citing a 'catastrophic failure' in its duty to hold charities accountable and protect public trust.

Sydney Water misled public over PFAS in drinking water

A parliamentary committee has found Sydney Water provided inaccurate information about PFAS 'forever chemical' hotspots in drinking water catchments, raising serious concerns about transparency and public health safeguards.

Anglian Water hit with £2.65m Ofwat penalty

Anglian Water has been hit with a £2.65 million penalty by regulator Ofwat for missing key performance targets on pollution and customer service, impacting millions in the East of England.

CBS Ombudsman Exits Amid Bias and Censorship Row

Exclusive: The abrupt departure of CBS News' public editor, Kenneth Weinstein, ignites a firestorm over media impartiality, accusations of pro-Israel bias, and the suppression of a critical column on US-Israel relations.

Arizona Town Sinks as Megafarms Drain Ancient Aquifers

Exclusive investigation reveals how industrial-scale agriculture in Arizona's desert is depleting ancient aquifers, causing the town of Wenden to sink and forcing residents to drill ever-deeper wells in a desperate battle for water.

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

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