Schiff Demands Answers Over Vance Lake Water Level Change
Senator Schiff demands answers over USACE altering Ohio lake water level for Vance's birthday boating trip.
Category : Water
Ofwat to Be Abolished and Replaced with New Water Regulator
Ofwat to be abolished after review finds it unfit for purpose; new water regulator to be created amid public fury over sewage and bills.
Water Bosses Face Pay Freeze Over Sewage Spills
Ofwat hints at pay freezes for water bosses amid sewage spill outrage, as bills set to rise from 2025 to fund improvements.
Hosepipe Ban Rules and Fines Explained
Hosepipe bans affect millions in UK due to drought. Rules include no watering gardens, washing cars, or filling pools. Fines up to £1,000.
Thames Water Pays £500 to Bedridden Pensioner After £215 Monthly Bill Error
Thames Water pays £500 to 98-year-old after faulty meter led to £215 monthly bill based on erroneous water usage.
World's Longest Underwater Cave Discovered in Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula
Scientists discover world's longest underwater cave system in Mexico, containing Mayan artifacts and remains.
How Dams Are Reshaping Our Planet: A Lasting Legacy
BBC Future series explores how dams profoundly reshape landscapes, leaving lasting archaeological imprints and affecting communities and downstream nations.
England Faces Severe Water Shortage Crisis, Experts Warn
England faces a severe water shortage crisis with reservoirs at record lows; experts urge immediate action on water management and conservation.
Ofwat Scrutinised As Water Bills Soar
Water bills rise 5.4% in April to £639 average; Ofwat faces scrutiny over affordability and sewage investment.
Top Reusable Water Bottles to Reduce Plastic Use and Save Money in the UK
Discover the best reusable water bottles in the UK to reduce plastic use and save money, from Chilly's to smart hydration options.
Tehran Faces Evacuation Over Severe Water Crisis
Tehran may be evacuated as severe drought depletes water supplies, with officials warning of imminent 'Day Zero'.
Thames Water Temporary Renationalisation Looms
Thames Water creditors propose rescue plan with leniency on environmental standards, sparking debate over temporary renationalisation.
Brain-Eating Amoeba Found in Queensland Water Supply
Rare brain-eating amoeba detected in drinking water supplies in two Queensland towns, sparking health warning.
Ofwat Chief Executive to Step Down Ahead of Regulator's Abolition
Ofwat CEO David Black resigns after government announces abolition of water regulator, amid sector scrutiny and criticism.
Hosepipe Ban for Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Southern Water issues hosepipe ban for 1m people in Hampshire and Isle of Wight, affecting 8.5m across England amid drought.
UK Environment Watchdog Suspects Government and Regulators of Breaking Law Over Sewage
UK environment watchdog suspects government and regulators of breaking law over sewage pollution, with campaigners calling them complicit.
Water Firms Enforcing Hosepipe Bans Leak Over One Billion Litres Daily
Four water firms with hosepipe bans leak over 1 billion litres daily, sparking criticism over executive pay and water waste.
Cheshire Restaurant Launches Water Menu with Bottles Up to £19
La Popote in Cheshire launches a water menu with bottles up to £19, guided by water sommelier Doran Binder, who advocates for water appreciation akin to wine.
Welsh Water Fined £44.7m for ‘Serious and Unacceptable’ Sewage Breaches
Ofwat fines Welsh Water £44.7m for serious sewage breaches, including excessive spills and poor oversight, as part of sector-wide investigation.
Europe's Water Reserves Drying Up Due to Climate Breakdown, Satellite Data Reveals
Satellite data reveals Europe's water reserves drying due to climate change, with southern and central regions most affected.
Bristol's Spanish Water Imports During Crisis Expose UK Failures
Spain's Costa del Sol faces severe drought, with conflicting pool regulations causing tensions between residents and tourists, exposing UK water management failures.
Water Bills To Jump For Millions After Regulator Approval
CMA allows five water firms to raise bills by extra £556m over five years, adding 3% on average to household charges.
Water Bosses Recalled by MPs Over Christmas Outages
South East Water bosses recalled by MPs over Christmas outages as thousands remain without water in Kent and Sussex.
Devon Town Hit by Parasite Outbreak in Tap Water
Over 20 confirmed cases of cryptosporidium in Devon tap water; residents told to boil water.
Hosepipe Ban and Heat Health Alerts Across England as Third Heatwave Arrives
Amber heat health alerts and hosepipe bans in place across England as third heatwave brings temperatures up to 33C.
Poison Water Review: The 1988 Cornwall Mass Poisoning Exposed
Documentary revisits 1988 Cornwall water poisoning scandal, highlighting greed, incompetence, and victims' fight for justice.
Stop Pouring Milk Down the Drain, Experts Warn
Experts warn UK households not to pour milk down the sink due to plumbing blockages and environmental harm.
Thames Water Demands MP Pay £1,400/hr Legal Fees
Thames Water tried to force MP Charlie Maynard to pay up to £1,400/hr legal fees after he challenged its bailout in court, but the Supreme Court rejected the demand.
Iran Must Move Capital From Tehran Due to Water Crisis, President Says
Iran's president says Tehran must be relocated due to water crisis and subsidence, proposing a move to the Persian Gulf coast.
Sixth Day Of Water Crisis Hits Tunbridge Wells
Tunbridge Wells faces sixth day without water as South East Water blames freezing weather; schools and businesses close.
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