South East Water at Risk of Losing Licence Over Kent and Sussex Outages
South East Water faces possible loss of operating licence after widespread water outages in Kent and Sussex, prompting environment secretary to call for Ofwat review.
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Legal action against South West Water expanded across Devon and Cornwall over sewage pollution
Group legal claim against South West Water expanded to include thousands more in Devon and Cornwall over sewage pollution harming businesses and individuals.
Ofwat to Be Abolished in Major Water Regulation Overhaul
Ofwat to be abolished and replaced by a single water regulator in England and Wales, following a review that criticised underinvestment and sewage scandals.
Hong Kong's CKI Frontrunner to Buy Thames Water, Reports Say
Hong Kong's CKI is frontrunner to buy Thames Water if it collapses, reports say, amid environmental penalty concerns.
Princess Charlene Warns on Drowning Prevention Day
Princess Charlene of Monaco urged vigilance around water on World Drowning Prevention Day, noting over 300,000 drownings yearly and the importance of prevention.
'Silent epidemic' of chronic pain affects nearly 28 million in UK, study suggests
Study finds chronic pain affects 28 million UK adults, with up to 14.3% experiencing disabling pain. Researchers call it a 'silent epidemic'.
Thames Water defers £2.5m in executive retention bonuses until new year
Thames Water defers £2.5m in bonuses for 21 executives until new year amid rescue talks and public outrage.
Water Bosses' Pay Rises Despite Bonus Ban and Public Fury Over Bills and Pollution
Water company bosses' pay rises 1.5% to £25.3m despite bonus ban and public anger over bills and pollution. Loopholes used to boost pay.
Tunbridge Wells Water Outage Set to Continue After Recurring Treatment Issue
Thousands in Tunbridge Wells face extended water outage after South East Water's treatment issue reoccurs, schools shut, and MP calls for CEO resignation.
Chef's water method makes bacon crispier and delicious
Chef Andy Cooks reveals that starting bacon in a cold pan with water poaches it gently, then fries it for edge-to-edge crispness without burnt corners.
Neglected Plantation Waterways Worsen Hawaii Floods, Farmers Say
Neglected plantation drainage ditches on Oahu's North Shore worsened recent floods, leaving farmers like Sarah Ghio demanding clearer responsibility for upkeep.
Water Bills to Rise by £33 on Average in April
Average water bills in England and Wales to increase by £33 (5.4%) from April. Severn Trent rises 10%, Thames Water 0.4%. Check social tariffs.
Anglian Water Hit With £63m Penalty Over Sewage Failures
Ofwat fines Anglian Water £63m for sewage failures; company to invest in improvements and community fund.
Blame privatised water firms for hosepipe bans
Letters to the Guardian criticise water companies for prioritising profits over maintenance, leading to more frequent hosepipe bans despite climate crisis.
Four-Year-Old Girl Dies in Pool Incident at Waterworld
A four-year-old girl dies after a pool incident at Waterworld in Stoke-on-Trent. The water park closes for the day as police investigate.
Neighbour threatens to call police over hosepipe ban
A homeowner says their neighbour threatened to call the police over hosepipe ban violations, sparking debate about neighbourhood etiquette during water restrictions in Wales.
England's raw drinking water sources contaminated with toxic forever chemicals
New analysis reveals PFAS contamination in England's raw water sources; industry calls for ban and polluter-pays cleanup.
Thames Water warns of collapse as debt talks drag into 2026
Thames Water warns of collapse as debt talks extend into 2026, despite £414m profit and bill hikes. Bondholders seek pollution fine leniency.
Millions in England Face Higher Water Bills After Regulator Backs Price Rises
CMA allows five water firms to raise bills by additional £556m, adding 3% to average charges on top of previously agreed 24% increase.
Sewage in Drinking Water Kills 10 in India’s ‘Cleanest City’
At least 10 dead in Indore after sewage from a public toilet contaminated drinking water, with hundreds hospitalised and residents' complaints ignored.
Southern Water CEO Pay Nearly Doubles to £1.4m Despite Bonus Ban
Southern Water CEO Lawrence Gosden's pay nearly doubles to £1.4m despite a government ban on bonuses and financial woes.
Thousands in Cornwall Still Without Power or Water After Storm Goretti
Storm Goretti aftermath: thousands in Cornwall without essentials, MP calls for national emergency, one death reported.
Water Companies Could Face Profit Ban Under Proposed Overhaul
A new commission may ban English water companies from making a profit, shifting to not-for-profit models to address pollution and debt.
Cuba water crisis: power cuts leave taps dry
Nearly 3 million Cubans face severe water shortages as power cuts leave taps dry, forcing residents to queue, haul water or rely on informal sellers.
Gatwick Airport Running Water Outage Affects Both Terminals
London Gatwick Airport has no running water or flushing toilets at both terminals due to a water issue in the Horley area, with bottled water provided. Flights unaffected.
Gatwick Airport Loses Running Water Supply
Gatwick Airport has no running water, leaving passengers unable to use toilets or buy drinks, after a supply issue at SES Water's Bough Beech centre.
Kärcher OC 3: Beat the Hosepipe Ban with a Portable Cleaner
Thames Water's hosepipe ban sparks interest in the Kärcher OC 3 Foldable Portable Cleaner, a cordless gadget with an 8-litre tank that offers gentle spray for watering plants and cleaning.
UK water supply insufficient for datacentre plans, trade body warns
Water UK says government AI growth plans are 'fatally flawed' as datacentres face water shortages, with up to 19.8m litres needed daily by 2030.
Why Greater Manchester Won't Face a Hosepipe Ban
United Utilities confirms no hosepipe ban for Greater Manchester and North West England, as reservoir levels remain above average despite dry weather affecting southern regions.
Welsh Water on Reservoir Levels Amid Demand Surge
Welsh Water reports healthy reservoir levels despite high demand, with no hosepipe ban planned, as UK heatwave continues with temperatures up to 32°C.
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