Environment Agency loses £300m in landfill tax
A watchdog report reveals the Environment Agency failed to collect £300m in landfill tax from illegal waste sites. Read the full investigation into this major financial and environmental failure.
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Environment Agency 'failed' to tell Lords about illegal waste
Peers express alarm after Environment Agency bosses omitted three large-scale illegal waste sites from evidence. The sites include a 25,000-tonne dump in Wigan and a river-polluting site in Oxfordshire. Read the full investigation.
Coventry Airport to Close in 2026 for Gigafactory
Coventry Airport will shut permanently in June 2026, ending 90 years of aviation history to allow construction of a major battery gigafactory, despite local opposition. Read the full story.
West Ham United Legend Billy Bonds Dies Aged 79
West Ham United mourns the passing of Billy Bonds, their record appearance holder and two-time FA Cup-winning captain, voted the club's greatest ever player. Read his remarkable story.
U-turn on Manchester to London 'ghost train' plan
The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London will carry passengers after a regulator's U-turn. Read the full story on the victory for commuters and local politicians.
Majority of Young Londoners Consider Leaving Capital
A new poll reveals 54% of young Londoners have thought about moving out. Discover the driving forces behind this potential exodus and what it means for the city's future.
Report: Reuse Schemes Could Eliminate Plastic Waste in 15 Years
A new report reveals that mandatory reuse and return systems could drastically cut plastic waste within 15 years. Discover how policy change can drive a circular economy.
U-turn on Manchester to London 'ghost train' service
The Office of Rail and Road has reversed its decision to run an early Avanti West Coast service empty, allowing passengers back on the popular sub-two-hour route. Read the full story.
Best New London Theatre Shows in December 2025
Discover the top new theatre openings in London this December 2025, from Broadway transfers to major revivals and festive dark comedies. Book your tickets now.
New Dead Rising Sequel In Development At Capcom
Capcom is reportedly developing a new Dead Rising game starring Frank West, ignoring all sequels after the original. The game will reintroduce the iconic time limit mechanic.
Sydney Waste Facility Erupts in Huge Fireball
A massive fireball exploded at a waste facility in Sydney, sending flames 150m high. Two firefighters sustained minor injuries. Read the full report.
West Ham to Honour Billy Bonds After His Death
West Ham United confirms the passing of club legend Billy Bonds MBE, aged 79. The Hammers will honour their record appearance holder before the Liverpool match. Read the full tribute.
8,000 illegal waste sites blight UK, study reveals
Shocking research reveals 8,000+ illegal waste sites across UK, avoiding £1.63bn in landfill taxes and creating environmental hazards. Discover the full extent of Britain's waste crime epidemic.
Green Christmas Gifts: Avoid £921m Waste
Discover expert tips for sustainable Christmas gifts that reduce landfill waste. Learn how to choose practical, eco-friendly presents and avoid greenwashing this festive season.
West Ham's £22m striker warning: Learn from rivals
West Ham must avoid repeating costly transfer errors in January. Opinion: The Hammers should target proven Premier League scorers over £22m Brazilian gamble.
Brothers save 50 shipping containers of clothes from landfill
Discover how two brothers built a £10 million business rescuing designer and celebrity-worn clothing from landfill, recycling 1,500 items daily and preventing fashion waste.
4,000-home Earl's Court development gets green light
A major £10bn regeneration of Earl's Court gets planning permission, promising 4,000 homes, a cinema, and a live music venue for West London. Discover the details.
Romania achieves 94% recycling rate in two years
Romania's deposit return scheme transforms recycling habits, achieving 94% collection rate for beverage packaging. Discover how this EU success story is inspiring neighbouring countries.
Marmite Roast Potatoes: Zero-Waste Recipe Guide
Discover Tom Hunt's genius method for transforming Marmite jar scrapings into a flavour-packed glaze for perfect roast potatoes. Reduce food waste with this British favourite.
Record Food Donation After Early Ashes Finish
A massive surplus of food from the Perth Ashes Test has been donated to charity, marking the largest single donation ever received by OzHarvest in Western Australia.
Arrest over 150m illegal waste mountain in Kidlington
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a 150-metre-long illegal waste dump near the River Cherwell in Kidlington. Read the latest on the Environment Agency's investigation.
Free Hot Chocolate in Central London This Winter
Get a complimentary hot chocolate in London's Fitzrovia this November and December. Discover festive workshops, gifts and experiences in the West End. Find dates and times here.
5,400 UK Jobs from Plastic Recycling Boost
New report reveals UK could create 5,400 jobs and £900m annual economic value by ending plastic waste exports by 2030. Support UK recycling now!
Is London's £1.7bn DLR Extension the Wrong Choice?
Analysis reveals the Thamesmead DLR extension may be a poor investment, costing £1.7bn for limited gains. Discover why a West London project offers better value for taxpayers and growth.
Akoko in Fitzrovia awarded 2024 Michelin star
Discover Akoko, the Fitzrovia restaurant awarded a 2024 Michelin star for its spectacular ten-course West African tasting menu. Book your table now for an unforgettable flavour journey.
Six Liverpool players could miss West Ham clash
Liverpool face a mounting injury crisis with six players potentially missing the West Ham match after a shocking 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest. Can the Hammers capitalise?
Corby families seek truth about cancer and toxic waste
After her son's leukaemia diagnosis, Alison Gaffney leads 130 Corby families demanding answers about toxic waste from the former steelworks. Public health analysis due this month.
Maggots Powering Agricultural Revolution in UK
Black soldier fly larvae transform food waste into valuable protein and fertiliser. Discover how this innovative solution is gaining traction in sustainable agriculture.
Waste crime: UK's environmental disaster unfolds
Revealing how organised criminals are dumping thousands of tonnes of toxic waste across Britain with impunity, creating environmental disasters that cost millions to clean up.
Adult Advent Calendars Fuel UK Waste Crisis
Environmental campaigners condemn luxury Advent calendars as 'superfluous consumerism' contributing to plastic waste. Discover the shocking statistics and expert insights.
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