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.
Category : Policy
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.
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.
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.
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.
Apple Cider Vinegar Trick to Get Rid of Flies Without Chemicals
A simple, non-toxic fly trap using apple cider vinegar and honey or dish soap can eliminate flies without harsh chemicals. The method uses household items and costs under £3.
Burnham Urged to Reform Water Industry with Thames SAR
Incoming PM Andy Burnham faces immediate opportunity to put Thames Water into special administration, with 77% of public backing public-interest operation of water companies, new poll reveals.
World Cup Final: Spain's Defense vs Argentina's Attack
Spain's elite defensive record faces Argentina's potent attack in the World Cup final. Data shows Spain conceded just 2.15 xG, while Argentina outperforms xG. Messi leads shots with 34.
Spain's Coaching Culture Leads the Way Thanks to Cruyff
Spain's footballing philosophy, rooted in Johan Cruyff's ideology and refined by Guardiola and Emery, defines their success. Luis de la Fuente leads the team into the World Cup final against Argentina, highlighting Spanish coaching dominance.
Cairngorms Wildfire 'Surrounded' as Residents Hope to Return
The Cairngorms wildfire is now largely surrounded, with firefighters hopeful residents can return to their properties today. The blaze has burned 4 sq km and forced evacuations.
Baking Soda Whitens Grout in 10 Minutes, No Bleach Needed
Baking soda mixed with hydrogen peroxide and washing-up liquid can whiten tile grout in 10 minutes, according to cleaning expert Jayden Copeland, offering a safer alternative to bleach.
Hosepipe Ban in Wales: Exemptions, Penalties, and Reporting
A hosepipe ban is now in effect for 33,000 properties across parts of Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and Carmarthenshire due to high water demand. Violators face fines up to £1,000, and Welsh Water monitors the situation closely.
Burnham Urged to Stick to North Sea Oil Pledge
Andy Burnham faces pressure to honour Labour's 2024 manifesto commitment to block new North Sea oil licences amid reports he may approve new projects.
Carbon capture is a fig leaf for fossil fuel expansion
Experts argue that CCS is a costly distraction from renewables, with £264bn projected cost by 2050 and methane emissions ignored, while solar and wind avoid 65 times more CO2 than CCS captures globally.
Burnham Tipped to Announce New North Sea Oil Drilling Plans
Andy Burnham is expected to announce new North Sea oil drilling plans on Monday, potentially breaking Labour's manifesto commitment to halt new licences, amid pressure from industry and environmental critics.
Burnham to Announce North Sea Drilling Plans as PM
Andy Burnham will become UK Prime Minister on Monday and is expected to announce new North Sea oil and gas drilling, despite Labour's 2024 manifesto pledge to issue no new licences.
Aviemore Safe from Cairngorms Wildfire as Crews Make Progress
Aviemore is no longer in the immediately affected area of the Cairngorms wildfire, but smoke poses health risks. Nine fire appliances and a helicopter remain at the scene. The fire has burned about 4 sq km of land since starting Wednesday.
Mexico Warns of Diarrhoea Outbreak Before World Cup Final
Mexico has issued a travel advisory for citizens heading to the US for the World Cup final due to a cyclosporiasis outbreak causing explosive diarrhoea, with nearly 7,000 cases across 34 states.
UK Food Inquiry: Fresh Food Access Inequalities Exposed
A national food inquiry led by a Citizen Advisory Council for Defra reveals widespread food deserts and public demand for government action, with 69% supporting healthier food policies.
Africa's only nuclear plant suffers three contamination events
Africa's only nuclear power station, Koeberg in South Africa, experienced three airborne radioactive contamination incidents in July 2026, but no leakage occurred outside the plant.
Calls for Datacentre Moratorium After Albanese Speech
Anthony Albanese's AI speech prompts calls for a datacentre moratorium; nearly 145,000 with autism to be removed from NDIS; greater glider's glide distance overstated.
Ukraine's 40-Day Campaign: Striking Russia to Force End to War
Ukraine's 40-day campaign of deep strikes on Russian oil refineries, military sites, and cities aims to force Moscow to end the war, with significant impact on Russia's fuel supply and public morale.
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