Norway's state oil giant Equinor faces a massive £53m fine for extensive pollution and gas leaks at its Mongstad refinery, following years of alleged inadequate maintenance. Read the full investigation details.
A High Court ruling means Morrisons faces a £17m tax bill after judges decided its rotisserie chickens are subject to the 20% 'pasty tax'. The supermarket argued most are eaten cold.
Iraq's historic Tigris River is heavily polluted and drying up, endangering millions and ancient communities like the Mandaeans. Urgent action is needed to prevent an ecological and cultural catastrophe.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's proposed 'mansion tax' on properties over £5m divides opinion. Is it a fair wealth levy or a spiteful policy? Explore the details and reactions.
Opposition and crossbench MPs slam the government's proposed Freedom of Information reforms, including new fees and extended response times, warning of a threat to democratic accountability.
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.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a Labour rebellion as rural MPs defy the government over the controversial 'family farms tax' on estates worth over £1m. Read the full story.
A major investigation reveals Monterrey, a key US manufacturing hub in Mexico, is engulfed in an air pollution crisis. Heavy metals from factories exporting to America threaten residents' health, with emissions surpassing many US states.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new 3p-per-mile road charge for electric and hybrid vehicles from April 2028. Find out how much you'll pay and what it means for the future of driving.
Open fires and wood-burning stoves face new restrictions as the government aims to slash harmful PM2.5 pollution by 2030. Learn what the plans mean for you.
Residents across the Thames catchment file statutory nuisance complaints against Thames Water over sewage pollution impacting health and recreation. A 16-year-old rower contracted E. coli, missing GCSE exams.
An insider's look at the opaque and often baffling process of securing a seat on a UK government board. Discover the unspoken rules and hidden pathways to public appointments.
The UK government unveils stricter PM2.5 pollution targets, aligning with EU standards. New rules could restrict wood-burning stoves and boost nature recovery. Read the full details.
England's water industry raised billions through green bonds while facing sewage pollution criticism. Discover how environmental financing meets corporate controversy.
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.
Indigenous Munduruku women in Brazil face miscarriages and neurological damage from mercury contamination linked to illegal gold mining. Discover their fight for survival.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms state pension-only recipients won't pay tax this parliament, but experts warn of fairness issues for other retirees. Learn the implications.
Exclusive analysis reveals 26,500 properties sold for over £2m face new 'mansion tax' surcharge from 2028. Discover which London boroughs will be hardest hit.
A Trump administration order to keep an ageing Michigan coal plant open has cost US ratepayers $113 million, drawing outrage from consumer and environmental groups.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves introduces new mansion tax on properties over £2m from 2028. London homeowners face annual charges up to £7,500. Discover how this affects the property market.
In Argentina's arid north, families like the Bustamantes drink water with arsenic 60 times safe limits, causing bone pain and cancer. Discover the human cost of this public health emergency.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves maintains UK's Digital Services Tax despite US pressure, generating £800m from tech giants. Discover the political standoff and economic implications.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves extends the tax threshold freeze until 2031. Use our calculator to see how much more tax you will pay as your salary increases.
The UK government's proposed mansion tax could impact properties valued over £2 million. Learn how this property tax reform might affect homeowners and share your views.
Rachel Reeves announces £26bn tax rises including mansion tax and pension changes while scrapping two-child benefit cap. Full budget breakdown and analysis.
Legal professionals warn Chancellor's proposed LLP tax reforms could damage UK law firms' competitiveness. Experts reveal unintended consequences for partnership structures.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new 'mansion tax' on properties over £2m. Discover the bands, annual charges, and how it tackles wealth inequality from 2028.
The Mohana people of Pakistan's Sindh province face extinction as pollution and drought destroy Lake Manchar's ecosystem. Discover their unique bond with birds and vanishing traditions.
The Trump administration is moving to abandon stringent soot pollution standards, a reversal experts warn could lead to thousands of premature deaths and undermine public health protections.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils £26bn tax package including extended income tax freeze and mansion tax after OBR accidentally leaks details. Read the full breakdown.