Thames Water pauses £2.5m executive bonus payments
Thames Water defers controversial £2.46m retention awards for 21 senior managers. Learn about the political pressure and the firm's ongoing survival battle.
Thames Water defers controversial £2.46m retention awards for 21 senior managers. Learn about the political pressure and the firm's ongoing survival battle.
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.
London's iconic Shard will illuminate its top 20 storeys as a giant red Christmas stocking on Christmas Eve, visible for over 40 miles. A spectacular festive finale for the capital.
The Carpuride W903 portable display, featuring wireless CarPlay, Android Auto and a dashcam, is now on sale for just £119.99. This plug-and-play screen is the simplest way to modernise an older car's dashboard.
Hundreds of Barbican Estate residents face a weekend without water after a mains leak. Thames Water apologises as locals are directed to nearby gyms for showers. Read the latest.
Hundreds of Barbican residents face a weekend without water after a major leak. Thames Water engineers scramble for a fix as locals are offered gym showers and bottled water. Full details on the ongoing disruption.
Richmond upon Thames and Camden have secured podium spots in Rightmove's 2025 'Happy at Home' index. Discover why these London areas topped the list for their green spaces and vibrant atmosphere.
A Chessington dad-to-be received an anonymous complaint branding his giant Santa and snowman 'tacky'. He vows to keep the festive display up despite the threat of council action.
The water regulator Ofwat has delayed Thames Water's vital refinancing, casting doubt on its survival plan. What does this mean for the debt-laden utility and its customers? Read the full analysis.
Thames Water reveals a 75% surge in complaints as it negotiates a bailout to tackle its £20bn debt. Read the latest on the utility giant's financial struggle.
Thames Water reports a £386m half-year profit, driven by higher bills, but warns of a potential rapid collapse into government control due to its £17bn debt crisis. Read the latest on the utility's precarious future.
Thames Water reports a near-£400m half-year profit, but its financial future remains precarious with a looming funding deadline. Read the full analysis.
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.
Thames Water's remuneration committee will meet next week to decide on controversial £2.46m retention payments to senior managers as the utility fights for survival. Read the latest on the crisis.
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.
England's water industry raised billions through green bonds while facing sewage pollution criticism. Discover how environmental financing meets corporate controversy.
Haunting look back at the 1928 Thames flood that killed 14 and left thousands homeless. Discover the forgotten story of London's last major flood. Read more.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms £891m funding for Lower Thames Crossing, with construction starting in 2026. The 14.5-mile route will feature Britain's longest road tunnel.
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A Bristol family has transformed their home into the Winterbourne Wonderland with 150,000 lights, raising funds for charity. Visit this spectacular festive display until January 4.
Thames Valley and Hampshire police forces launch the UK's first AI virtual assistant, 'Bobbi', to handle non-emergency queries and free up staff for critical incidents.
Your complete guide to London Bridge's Winter by the River Christmas market for 2025. Discover opening times, new attractions, and what to expect from the festive riverside experience.
Over 100 volunteers are scouring the Thames for the rare, hairy-shelled snail. Join the citizen science effort to protect this unique London species.
Torrential rain triggers deadly flooding and landslides in Vietnam, with drone rescues and widespread damage. Over 100 casualties reported as emergency services battle record floods.
Discover London's premier rooftop venues offering spectacular views of the 2025 New Year's Eve fireworks. Book your VIP spot for an unforgettable celebration overlooking the Thames.
Discover the best free vantage points to watch London's spectacular New Year's Eve 2025 fireworks display. Plan your celebration and welcome the new year in style.
The Churchill Arms in Kensington has unveiled its spectacular annual Christmas display, featuring 90 conifer trees and thousands of fairy lights. Discover this global attraction.
A 40ft-high mountain of illegally dumped waste in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, has prompted a critical incident. Authorities are racing to prevent River Cherwell pollution. Read the latest on Operation Nation.
California faces evacuation warnings as atmospheric river phenomenon brings destructive rain, while Japan records early heavy snowfall and Australia battles severe thunderstorms.
Andrew Collins from Greenford has been convicted of rape after plying a vulnerable woman with alcohol. He awaits sentencing in January 2026.