Met Office names 8 UK regions set for heavy rain this weekend
The Met Office forecasts heavy rain across most of the UK this weekend, with up to 32mm in East Yorkshire, while London and the south east see scattered showers.
Category : Policy
Biggest Metrolink upgrade: £150m track replacement
Six kilometres of Metrolink track is being replaced in the network's biggest upgrade since 1992, closing Eccles, Trafford Centre and Altrincham lines until August 2.
Manchester to hike fly-tipping fines to £1,000, use cameras
Manchester council plans to increase fly-tipping fines from £700 to £1,000 and deploy 16 portable CCTV cameras to combat the issue, following a 9.2% rise in incidents since 2020.
How Andy Burnham Could End Homelessness in England
Andy Burnham promised to end rough sleeping as PM. With £68m per year, experts say Housing First, rent caps, and benefits reform are needed.
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UPF firms sue governments to block health policies
Global investigation reveals 235 lawsuits filed by UPF companies against governments in five countries since 2010 to overturn or delay health policies.
Brazil's São Francisco River project: water for some, none for displaced
Despite official claims that the São Francisco River diversion supplies 12 million people, many displaced by its construction still have no water at all.
Why OpenAI and Anthropic Back AI Regulation
OpenAI and Anthropic lost billions in predicted value after Chinese startup Moonshot AI launched competitive open-source model Kimi K3. They back Australian regulation to set global standards, boost investor confidence, and block Chinese rivals.
Drought Warning Expanded as Millions Face Hosepipe Ban
The National Drought Group warns parts of southern, central and eastern England are near drought, with 13 areas in 'prolonged dry weather' stage and potential hosepipe bans for millions more.
Spain to Ban Smoking on Beaches and Terraces Under New Law
Spain's proposed anti-smoking law would ban smoking and vaping on beaches, bar terraces, and other public spaces, with fines starting at €200.
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Log burner ban plan under Burnham with £2,000 fine
Proposals to ban older log burners and tighten solid fuel rules under PM Andy Burnham include fines of £2,000, welcomed by industry and campaigners.
Bowl of Cold Water Cools Rooms Without AC
A simple trick using a bowl of cold water on a windowsill can keep rooms cooler during hot nights, according to energy experts and British Gas.
Cate Blanchett wins planning permission for Cornwall garden
Cate Blanchett has secured planning permission to add a garden and grass drive to her cliffside eco home in Cornwall after months of back and forth with the council.
Cardiff council reviews extreme heat response after hottest June
Cardiff council is reviewing how services coped in extreme heat after record-breaking June temperatures, including the hottest day ever in Wales at 35.9C.
Martin Lewis warns Burnham's VAT cut will be 'mostly eaten up'
Martin Lewis warns Prime Minister Andy Burnham's VAT cut on electricity bills will be largely offset by a predicted 3.1% rise in the energy price cap from October 1.
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David Attenborough: Hedgehog Garden Tip
Sir David Attenborough advises placing a hole in your fence to create a hedgehog highway, helping these creatures visit and thrive in UK gardens during summer.
Morrisons first to install male sanitary bins in all stores
Morrisons has become the first supermarket to roll out male sanitary bins in all nearly 500 UK stores, complying with The Bog Standard guidelines to support men with incontinence.
Scottish football must act on Ibrox near-miss report
Independent probe into Old Firm chaos at Ibrox warns of 'life-threatening violence' and potential crushing incident, demanding urgent action from clubs and authorities.
Brighton gets £22m to save collapsing Victorian arches
Brighton's Victorian arches get £22m government funding to avoid collapse and secure the road above for the next 100 years.
Miliband: successful Starmer minister, now to Foreign Office
Ed Miliband, praised as the most successful minister under Keir Starmer, moves from energy secretary to the Foreign Office, leaving behind a legacy of rapid decarbonisation and renewable energy reforms.
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Nations Championship fails to solve rugby's refereeing frustrations
The Nations Championship's opening rounds provided compelling moments, but rugby's refereeing inconsistencies and TMO delays remain unresolved.
Hosepipe bans: How to water garden and drought outlook
Millions face hosepipe bans in southern England and Wales. Use watering cans, recycled water, or rain butts. Breach fines up to £1,000. Drought possible.
Thames Water hosepipe ban affects 10 million as UK nears drought
About 23 million people across England and Wales face hosepipe bans as Thames Water joins restrictions, with eight areas in prolonged dry weather and drought looming.
2026 World Cup Legacy: FIFA's Blueprint for Exploitation
The 2026 World Cup was financially successful for FIFA, but left little for local communities, paving the way for future tournaments in the US and further expansion.
Newcastle Council to Take Over Neville Hall to Save It
Newcastle City Council will take ownership of historic Neville Hall to prevent closure, with nearly £3m in debts written off and North East Museums set to manage the venue.
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16 million more under hosepipe ban in London and south east
Thames Water announces a hosepipe ban for London and the south east affecting 16 million people, citing hot weather and high demand.
Swansea Castle Square Transformation Due Summer 2027
Swansea Council confirms Castle Square's new design, featuring more green space and a water feature, will open in summer 2027 after months of work hidden behind barriers.
Freeview Switch-Off: Nandy Pledges Support for 13.6M Homes
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy pledges a support package as MPs raise concerns over Freeview switch-off plans that could affect 13.6 million UK households by 2034.
Andy Burnham Begins Premiership with Rough Sleeping Pledge
New PM Andy Burnham vows to end rough sleeping in his first address, echoing his mayoral pledge. Despite progress, numbers in Greater Manchester rose to 197 in 2025.
Trump Officials Kill Rules for Pfas-Contaminated Sewage Fertilizer
The Trump administration has killed proposed regulations for sewage sludge contaminated with Pfas, declaring it not a wide threat, despite scientific evidence linking it to cancer and other health risks.
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Hosepipe ban for 2.4 million as UK faces record dry spell
More than two million people in southern England face a hosepipe ban from Saturday as South East Water acts to protect supplies after a record 14-day dry spell.
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