Residents in parts of Kent and Sussex have been advised not to use tap water without boiling it first, following reports of potential contamination. Southern Water has issued an urgent warning as investigations continue.
A decade after the Flint water crisis began, hundreds of homes in Michigan still lack safe drinking water, highlighting systemic failures and ongoing struggles.
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt cautions that the US must address critical challenges in AI, microchips, and talent retention to maintain its global tech leadership.
Millions of UK households could face tap water restrictions this summer as drought conditions worsen. Experts urge immediate action to conserve water.
A new report highlights the urgent need for reform in the UK's water industry, criticising excessive bureaucracy and calling for practical solutions.
Households across the UK could see their water bills skyrocket as regulators propose scrapping Ofwat, raising concerns over affordability and service quality.
Growing pressure mounts to bring England's water sector back into public hands as critics slam privatised firms for soaring bills and environmental failures.
Ofwat faces calls for an overhaul as a new review suggests higher bills may be needed to fund critical water infrastructure improvements.
The UK government and environmental regulators are probing Welsh Water over concerns about pollution and financial mismanagement, with potential implications for customers and investors.
A shocking new report reveals that UK water bills could skyrocket by £156 annually, leaving millions struggling with soaring costs. Experts warn of a deepening affordability crisis as infrastructure upgrades and climate pressures collide.
The UK government is reportedly considering placing Thames Water under special administration as the debt-laden utility faces potential collapse. Read more on the looming water crisis.
The UK government is set to replace Ofwat with a new, more robust water regulator in a bid to overhaul the struggling sector and ensure better service for consumers.
The head of Ofwat has issued a stark warning to water companies, demanding better service for customers amid rising bills and environmental concerns.
The Independent Water Commission has urged a major overhaul of Ofwat, proposing an integrated regulator to address systemic issues in the water sector.
UK households face steep rises in water bills as regulators attempt to fix the broken system. Find out why costs are increasing and what it means for you.
The UK government announces sweeping reforms to Ofwat, introducing a new water ombudsman to handle rising consumer complaints and improve accountability in the water sector.
Environment Secretary Steve Reed has called for Southern Water to 'rebuild public trust' following severe pollution incidents. The utility giant faces mounting pressure over its environmental record.
Water firms in England face tougher penalties and stricter oversight as the government cracks down on pollution and poor performance.
Shadow Environment Secretary Steve Reed pledges to hold water companies accountable for sewage spills and excessive executive pay if Labour wins the next election.
Labour's Steve Reed accuses the government of failing to hold water companies accountable as Thames Water and Southern Water face scrutiny over sewage spills and financial mismanagement.
Environment Secretary Steve Reed has issued a stark warning about Thames Water's financial instability, urging immediate action to prevent a catastrophic collapse affecting millions.
Labour's Steve Reed slams government inaction as sewage spills plague Southern Water and Thames Water, demanding urgent reforms to protect England's waterways.
Government ministers demand answers as Thames Water and Southern Water fail to meet sewage discharge targets, raising environmental and health concerns.
A damning report by MPs reveals the UK faces severe water shortages and skyrocketing bills unless urgent action is taken. Is the government prepared?
As water bills skyrocket and rivers turn into sewers, Britain faces a deepening water crisis. This investigative piece exposes the shocking state of our waterways and the urgent need for action.
Southern Water and Anglian Water have been hit with hefty fines totalling £2.65m for illegally discharging sewage into protected waterways in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. The Environment Agency condemned the breaches, which pose risks to wildlife and
Thames Water is under fire for contaminating Oxfordshire's water supply while struggling with mounting debt. MPs demand accountability as Ofwat investigates.
Thames Water warns of potential water shortages in Yorkshire and the Midlands as drought conditions persist, urging residents to conserve water.
Water firms in southern and eastern England warn of potential shortages as climate patterns shift, urging households to conserve water to avoid future restrictions.
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