Wessex Water hit with £11m sewage enforcement package
Wessex Water must pay an £11m enforcement package for sewage leaks, with shareholders funding the upgrades, not customers. Read the latest on the water sector crackdown.
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PM denies role in budget leaks and leadership rumours
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer insists he is not the source of damaging budget leaks or leadership briefings, vowing to investigate. Read the latest on the political storm.
Starmer addresses leaks and bond market warnings
PM Keir Starmer pledges action on Downing Street leaks as speculation over his leadership grows, with City warning of potential bond market turmoil.
FCA won't probe Rachel Reeves over pre-budget briefings
The Financial Conduct Authority has rejected calls for an immediate investigation into Chancellor Rachel Reeves over pre-budget briefings but will review a Treasury leak inquiry. Full story on the market manipulation claims.
Treasury inquiry into budget leaks gets underway
The Treasury has launched a formal inquiry into the unprecedented leaks that marred the run-up to Chancellor Rachel Reeves's autumn budget. Discover the fallout and political accusations.
Thames Water debt climbs to £17.6bn amid profit return
Thames Water's debt pile grows to £17.6bn despite a return to profit after inflation-busting bill hikes. The firm faces a surge in customer complaints as rescue talks continue.
OBR official criticises pre-budget leaks for causing damage
OBR's Prof David Miles tells MPs that pre-budget leaks spread damaging misconceptions, contradicting government briefings and potentially harming economic growth. Read the full hearing details.
Communities file legal complaints over Thames sewage pollution
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.
Water companies issue £10.5bn green bonds amid pollution
England's water industry raised billions through green bonds while facing sewage pollution criticism. Discover how environmental financing meets corporate controversy.
Game Awards 2025 Leaks: What's In & Out
Leaks reveal the rumoured line-up for The Game Awards 2025, including Control 2 and a Silent Hill 1 remake. Find out what's confirmed and what's ruled out for the December 11 event.
Bank shares volatile amid Treasury Budget leaks
UK bank stocks experience dramatic swings as Treasury's conflicting Budget leaks create market uncertainty. Lloyds and Barclays see-saw while tax hike rumours persist. Analysis inside.
1 in 7 English Bathing Spots Polluted
New data reveals one in seven English bathing waters are polluted, with famous beaches like Scarborough and Bognor Regis deemed unsafe for swimming. Discover the causes and government response.
Starmer Demands Cabinet Unity After Turbulent Week
PM Keir Starmer pleads for government to unite after budget leaks and leadership speculation. He vows to fight next election as Labour leader amid party turmoil.
15 UK sewage plants use risky plastic beads
Exclusive: 15 English sewage plants use hazardous plastic bio-beads, with a recent Camber Sands spill releasing 650 million. Experts demand urgent upgrades to protect marine life and coastlines.
Wessex Water fined £11m for sewage failures
Wessex Water has been ordered to pay £11m for wastewater management failures. The penalty will fund improvements to reduce sewage spills across the South West.
Water bosses lose bonuses as Ofwat cracks down
Regulator blocks executive payouts at six water companies amid public outrage over sewage spills and service failures. New rules give Ofwat power to veto bonuses.
Water firms seek double charging for sewage fixes
Water companies could bill households twice for infrastructure repairs to tackle sewage pollution under new Ofwat proposals being challenged in court by environmental campaigners.
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