pollution
Further subsidies to wood-burning power plant ‘deeply concerning’
But scaling back of payments to Drax in North Yorkshire has been welcomed by environmentalists.
Harmony reigns at the Stormont executive after Hilary Benn hits a nerve on public service reform - Newton Emerson on the week that was
Ministers can’t use lack of money as an excuse
Chicken poo a factor in housing moratoriums, MPs told
Agricultural pollution in rivers has led to a halt on housing in areas along the border between England and Wales.
UK’s electricity was cleanest ever in 2024, analysis finds
Carbon Brief assessment showed fossil fuel power generation fell to record lows while renewables climbed to new highs.
Will we get the gift of clean water in 2025, and see an end to sewage spills and Lough Neagh’s toxic algae?
Swimmers, surfers and environmentalists share their concerns about the state of our water
Government breached environmental rules over sewage overflows, watchdog finds
The Environment Department and regulators have two months to confirm they will take required steps to remedy the situation – or face court.
Sale of cheap ‘big puff’ vapes driving waste crisis, campaigners warn
Concerns are growing over new models coming to market that are driving up the waste crisis as the incoming ban on single-use vapes looms.
Thames Water boss defends bonuses and repeats calls for steep bills hikes
Chris Weston’s comments come ahead of a crunch Ofwat decision next week on whether Thames Water can increase consumer bills by 59%.
Thames Water reports 40% rise in pollution incidents as debts swell
The company blamed an especially wet spring and summer as it reported 359 pollution incidents during the period.
Pennon losses widen after South West Water’s parasite outbreak in Devon
London-listed company Pennon said the incident in Brixham, south Devon, cost it £16.3 million, contributing to deepening first-half losses.