10 climate crisis policies Britain needs now
From rejecting North Sea drilling licences to making grey water reuse mandatory, 10 urgent policies Andy Burnham's government should consider to ready the country for climate impacts.
Category : Environment
UK gardeners: how is your plot coping with the heat and drought?
Britain faces a fifth heatwave, with drought in most of England and all of Wales. We want to hear from gardeners and allotment holders about how the dry weather is affecting their plots.
Coalition plan to scrap energy rules for new houses condemned as timebomb
A Coalition plan to abolish compulsory energy standards for new homes has been criticised as a 'cost-of-living timebomb' that would deepen inequality and increase bills for the poorest households.
ABC to change editorial guidelines after Rinehart furore
ABC managing director Hugh Marks says editorial guidelines will be changed to exclude 'comedy that is violent in its description' after a segment about Gina Rinehart sparked backlash.
UK to consider ban on disposable barbecues as wildfires rage
The government will consider banning disposable barbecues as wildfires continue across the UK, Andy Burnham has said, though campaigners say action must go further.
Drought makes supermarket fruit and veg smaller and stranger
Ongoing drought across England, Wales and Europe is making supermarket fruit and veg smaller or misshapen, with retailers relaxing cosmetic standards and food inflation expected.
Labour tax anything that moves – blame for hollowed-out high streets lies at their feet
Virginia Blackburn argues Labour's tax and regulation policies are to blame for the decline of Britain's high streets, not external factors.
Zack Polanski's 'dim as a cave' remark exposes UK energy folly
Esther Krakue recalls Zack Polanski's energy comment, calls him 'dim as a cave', and criticises UK energy policy under Miliband, citing record import bills.
Pounds for Pylons: £2,500 Energy Bill Discounts Revealed
Households near new pylons and substations can get £250 a year off energy bills for up to 10 years, with the first 43 projects announced by DESNZ.
Scottish Water plans to protect South Calder Water
Scottish Water has submitted plans to North Lanarkshire Council for improvements to protect South Calder Water, including a new pipe bridge and storm overflow chamber.
RSPCA warns dog owners after dead birds found in Liverpool park
RSPCA and Liverpool Council respond to suspected avian botulism outbreak in Walton Hall Park, urging dog owners to keep pets away from water.
PETA urges Aberaeron to swap Mackerel Fiesta for cabbage (12.08.2026)
PETA has written to Aberaeron Yacht Club proposing to replace the town's Mackerel Fiesta with a plant-based Cabbage Fiesta, sparking local criticism.
Cardiff flats rubbish chaos: residents blame lack of bins, council cites unsafe access
Residents at Cwrt Coles in Tremorfa say uncollected waste is attracting rats, seagulls and flies. Council says collections stopped due to unsafe conditions.
Warning to leave dolphins alone off Welsh coast
People urged to give dolphins space in Cardigan Bay after reports of individuals approaching a mother dolphin and her calf at close range and surrounding them.
Alligator mauls woman, tears off arm in front of family
A woman lost her right arm after an almost 10ft alligator attacked and dragged her underwater in Florida's Silver River. She fought with a paddle, survived, and was discharged from hospital.
Two kitchen items that stop wardrobe mould, says Mama Mila
Cleaning expert Chantel Mila reveals that placing uncooked rice and lemon oil in your wardrobe can absorb moisture and prevent mould growth.
Prevent wardrobe mould with rice and lemon oil hack
Cleaning expert Chantel Mila recommends placing uncooked rice and lemon oil in a fabric bag in wardrobes to absorb moisture and prevent mould growth, offering a simple alternative to dehumidifiers.
Two common ingredients keep mould out of wardrobes
Mould in wardrobes can damage clothes and shoes, but cleaning enthusiast Chantel Mila suggests using uncooked rice and lemon oil to absorb moisture and prevent growth.
Use a colander to watch solar eclipse safely, astronomer urges
With eclipse glasses sold out, the Royal Greenwich Observatory advises using a kitchen colander to safely view the solar eclipse tonight, projecting the image onto the ground.
Three UK beaches named among world's top 50
Three UK beaches—Porthcurno, Luskentyre, and Whitesands—rank among the world's top 50, with Porthcurno placing ninth overall.
UK zoos close early as temperatures forecast to hit 38C
Whipsnade Zoo and London Zoo will close early on Thursday due to extreme heat, with the Met Office forecasting temperatures up to 38C in parts of the UK.
Swimmer's 'shark' scare turns out to be a 300kg tuna
A man swimming at a Spanish beach fled the water thinking a shark was chasing him, but the creature was a 300kg tuna that later washed ashore in distress.
Grouse shooting 'major contributor' to rural economy
Scottish Land & Estates says grouse shooting is a major contributor to the rural economy, citing a study showing £6.6m annual expenditure in the Angus Glens.
Burnham considers temporary disposable BBQ ban amid wildfire risk
Andy Burnham says he is considering a temporary ban on disposable barbecues to reduce wildfire risk as extreme heat and drought grip parts of the UK.
Why London's streets are especially gross right now
London's streets look and smell worse than usual due to a four-month heatwave and lack of rain, making grime more visible and intensifying odors, residents and experts say.
Avoid disposable BBQs amid wildfires, urges Burnham – buy these instead
As wildfires rage, Andy Burnham urges people to stop using disposable barbecues. The Prime Minister warns against them. Here are five safer alternatives.
Wildfire warning issued for parts of Scotland
A 'very high risk' wildfire warning has been issued for parts of Scotland, urging the public to exercise 'extreme caution' as hot, dry weather continues.
Swinney 'irresponsible' in Chinese wind turbine factory row
John Swinney has been branded 'irresponsible' for urging PM Andy Burnham to reconsider plans for a Chinese-owned wind turbine factory at Ardersier, which the UK Government blocked over security concerns.
UK wildfire hotspots mapped as Burnham chairs COBRA meeting
A new map reveals Britain's worst wildfire hotspots as Andy Burnham chairs an emergency COBRA meeting. Nearly 1,000 wildfires have hit England and Wales this year, with temperatures set to reach 38C.
UK households urged to avoid washing machines for 2 hours
UK households are urged to avoid using washing machines and dishwashers between 6pm and 8pm on August 12 as a solar eclipse cuts solar power generation.
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