Britain's largest water company, Thames Water, faces potential collapse as regulator Ofwat blocks its rescue plan. With debts soaring to £15.6bn, the government prepares for a temporary nationalisation to avert a crisis for 16 million customers.
Britain's water regulator, Ofwat, has dealt a crushing blow to Thames Water's recovery plan, rejecting its plea for higher bills and lenient penalties. This decision pushes the debt-laden utility, serving 16 million customers, closer to a potential govern
Yorkshire Water is under fire for a series of incidents in Sheffield, including sewage discharges into a park and supply disruptions, raising serious questions about infrastructure and regulatory compliance.
Channel 4's hit survival series 'The Island' makes a dramatic return, challenging 16 ordinary Brits to survive for five weeks on a remote tropical island with minimal supplies. Discover how this social experiment tests human resilience and ingenuity.
Households across parts of the UK are being urgently advised to boil their drinking water following the discovery of a potentially harmful parasite. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.
Exclusive: Chancellor Rachel Reeves pushes for significant losses for Thames Water's creditors in a radical restructuring plan, aiming to protect billpayers from the burden of the utility's massive debt.
Britain faces an unprecedented winter hosepipe ban as experts warn reservoir levels are critically low. Discover why recent rainfall isn't enough and what restrictions households may face.
Explore the haunting ruins of Hashima Island, a desolate ghost town off the coast of Japan. Once a thriving coal mining community, now a decaying time capsule and UNESCO site shrouded in mystery and dark history.
Plans unveiled for a stunning new open-air swimming facility in the heart of London's financial district, featuring a 25m pool and panoramic city views.
The Royal Navy staged a dramatic boat parade on the River Thames to mark the Fourth of July, a gesture of UK-US solidarity. The event, featuring a flotilla of vessels, paid tribute to the special relationship between the two nations.
Millions of UK drivers are unaware of a specific Highway Code rule that could land them with an £80 fine and penalty points. Rule 232, concerning wet weather driving, is being enforced by police using new technology.
In a breathtaking act of bravery, Thames Valley Police officers stormed a blazing house in Aylesbury, battling intense flames and smoke to save a trapped man's life. Read the full story of their courageous rescue.
Thames Valley Police issue desperate plea for information as 22-year-old Oxford University student Andrew Hunt remains missing for over a week. Last seen in Summertown area.
Thames Water has struck a crucial deal with regulators to pay a £75m fine for sewage spills and illegal dividends through a multi-year payment plan, averting immediate financial crisis but facing intense scrutiny over its environmental record and financia
Exclusive: Ministers and regulators prepare contingency plan for Thames Water's potential collapse as Britain's largest water supplier struggles under massive debt burden, raising concerns about bills and service delivery.
The body of Desi Freeman has been recovered from the River Thames, days after he was shot by Metropolitan Police marksmen. The case has been referred to the Independent Office for Police Conduct as questions mount.
The lesser-known sister of a reality TV star has set social media ablaze with a series of daring, rain-soaked photos, showcasing a bold fashion statement that has everyone talking.
A 15-year-old boy is being hailed a hero after plunging into the River Thames to save a 54-year-old man from drowning in a daring midday rescue. The dramatic incident unfolded near Westminster, sparking a major emergency response.
Three men from South London have been formally charged in connection with the alleged rape of a teenage girl in Surbiton's Fishponds Park. The Metropolitan Police confirm the suspects remain in custody ahead of their court appearance.
Explore the haunting beauty of Hashima Island, a derelict Japanese coal mining community turned apocalyptic tourist attraction where time stands still and visitors are banned from its crumbling ruins.
In a farcical low-speed pursuit, a hapless thief was caught by police after stealing a road roller from a Berkshire cricket club, leading them on a comical 6mph chase through village streets.
Discover London's best-kept secret - a stunning sandy beach right in the heart of the city that offers a perfect escape from urban life without leaving the capital.
Metropolitan Police release new details after a woman's body was recovered from the River Thames near Tower Bridge, as the investigation continues.
A former CCTV operator and police employee from High Wycombe, Graham Smith, has been sentenced to two years in prison for voyeurism and misconduct in public office after secretly filming women in public toilets and a gym changing room.
A 34-year-old man from High Wycombe has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for a vicious, unprovoked hammer attack on a 67-year-old man, leaving him with life-altering injuries. Thames Valley Police condemn the 'cowardly and shocking' act of violence.
Exclusive analysis reveals how decades of underinvestment, rampant leaks, and failed regulation have pushed England's water system to the brink of collapse. Discover the radical solutions needed to avert a national disaster.
A body has been recovered from the River Thames in the search for Daniel Khalife, the former soldier who escaped from Wandsworth prison. The discovery brings a sombre end to the massive four-day manhunt.
Thames Valley Police pays substantial compensation to Graham Smith, a charity volunteer falsely arrested for praying silently in his mind near an abortion facility, in a landmark case for freedom of thought.
The body of a five-year-old boy has been recovered from the River Thames in London, bringing a heartbreaking end to the search for the fun-loving child who was reported missing from a family party.
A daring salvage expert, using his unique skills and a refurbished boat, becomes an unlikely hero after rescuing multiple victims from a critical incident in Central London, earning praise from emergency services.