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.
Paul Brown's Final Climate Warning from Hospital Bed
Guardian's former environment correspondent Paul Brown issues a powerful final warning on political failure over climate crisis. Experts echo his call for urgent action.
Parents worldwide battle junk food proliferation near schools
Families across five continents reveal their daily struggle against ultra-processed foods targeting children. New Lancet study warns of long-term health harms as obesity rates soar. Read their stories.
Wood-burning stoves face partial ban in new UK pollution plan
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.
45 Flood Alerts as Heavy Rain Hits UK
Dozens of flood alerts are active across England and Wales with up to 120mm of rain forecast. Met Office warns of travel disruption and potential flooding. Stay informed.
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.
East London Christmas bin strikes announced
Refuse workers in Waltham Forest announce 13 days of Christmas strikes in a dispute over pay. Discover the dates and how households will be affected.
Labour MPs revolt over Starmer workers' rights U-turn
Keir Starmer faces backbench fury after ditching day-one unfair dismissal protection. Labour MPs call it a 'complete betrayal' of manifesto promises. Read the full story.
Labour drops day-one unfair dismissal from workers' rights bill
Labour government makes surprise U-turn on manifesto commitment to day-one unfair dismissal protection, sparking backlash from unions and MPs while business groups welcome the compromise.
Gov U-turn: Day-one employment rights scrapped
The government has abandoned controversial 'day-one' employment rights after House of Lords pressure. Discover how the new six-month rule will affect UK businesses and workers.
Labour accused of manifesto breach over workers' rights
Labour faces accusations of a second manifesto breach in two days after watering down its promise to give workers protection from unfair dismissal from day one.
Government U-turns on unfair dismissal pledge
The government has reversed its promise to give workers unfair dismissal rights from day one, setting a new six-month qualifying period. Find out what this means for employees and businesses.
Government ditches day-one unfair dismissal policy
Labour waters down its flagship workers' rights bill, replacing day-one unfair dismissal protection with a six-month threshold. Find out what this U-turn means for businesses and employees.
Labour U-turns on workers' rights manifesto pledge
The UK government has reversed its plan to grant unfair dismissal protection from day one. The right will now apply after six months. Discover the implications for businesses and workers.
Australia's Nature Law Deal: Wins and Risks
Labor and Greens strike deal to amend Australia's environmental protection laws, creating new EPA but raising concerns about rushed process and climate oversight. Read the full analysis.
Lords block Labour employment bill amid business concerns
Hereditary peers defend vote against Labour's employment legislation, arguing business experience trumps government claims. Discover why major business groups support their stance.
Peers debate assisted dying bill in House of Lords
House of Lords faces scrutiny over assisted dying bill procedures. Read expert opinions on this critical life-and-death legislation debate shaping UK's future.
Australian Inflation Rises to 3.8% in October
Australia's inflation rate climbs to 3.8%, driven by childcare and rent costs. Treasurer Jim Chalmers flags potential energy bill relief in upcoming budget update.
Industrial chemist Bill McNally dies aged 89
Bill McNally, the industrial chemist whose pipeline protection work earned two Queen's Awards, has died aged 89. Discover his remarkable journey from Bootle to international success.
NSW Faces Catastrophic Fire Warning Amid Parliament Rush
New South Wales experiences first catastrophic fire warning in two years as Labor and Greens negotiate environment protection laws in parliament's final days.
RFU won't extend Borthwick contract despite winning run
Steve Borthwick's England contract won't be extended beyond 2027 despite 11 consecutive victories. RFU reports £1.9m loss amid Twickenham redevelopment plans.
English Mayors Get Power to Levy Tourist Tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves gives English mayors power to impose a tourist tax on overnight stays, sparking hospitality industry backlash over cost of living concerns.
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.
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.
Sadiq Khan granted new powers for London's nightlife
London's Mayor Sadiq Khan is set to receive significant new powers over the capital's pubs, bars, and transport network in what ministers call the 'biggest transfer of power out of Whitehall' in decades.
1,000+ Abusers Restricted by New Protection Orders
Exclusive Home Office figures reveal over 1,000 Domestic Abuse Protection Orders (DAPOs) have been issued, offering victims robust safeguards. Discover the impact of this new tool.
Labor's nature laws face uncertain fate amid negotiations
Labor's environmental reforms face crucial vote as Minister Watt presents separate amendments to Coalition and Greens. Key concessions offered on fossil fuels and enforcement.
UK Enforces Stricter Cyber Regime After JLR Attack
Security Minister Dan Jarvis pledges a hard-edged cyber regime for UK firms after major attacks. New bill mandates 24-hour incident reporting. Learn how this affects businesses.
CBI Chair Condemns Labour's Employment Rights Bill
CBI chair Rupert Soames criticises the Labour government's Employment Rights Bill, warning it will increase hiring costs and regulatory burdens. Read the full business reaction.
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