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Yorkshire Water boss steps down after firm given one-star environmental rating

Nicola Shaw has led the business for four-and-a-half years.

Evening Standard · Oct 30

Eight of England’s nine water companies still failing on environment, report finds

Angela Eagle tells industry ‘people are sick of excuses’ as pollution levels remain high despite billions in investment

The Guardian - UK · Oct 29

Impact of storms sees wettest week in England for two years

England has now received 11% more rainfall than the long-term average for October.

Evening Standard · Oct 29

Giant tunnel proposed to tackle Windermere sewage discharges

United Utilities, Environment Agency and local campaigners say 12-mile tunnel could take sewage away from England’s largest lake

The Guardian - UK · Oct 21

UK Weather Warnings Issued as 70mph Gusts Raise Risk of Travel Disruption and Dangerous Coastal Conditions

The Met Office has issued a yellow wind warning for parts of England and Wales, forecasting gusts of up to 70mph, heavy rain and possible travel disruption on Friday.

International Business Times UK · Oct 20

Prince William's Duchy Faces Severe Drought as Minister Says 'Something We Have Not Experienced for Decades'

The Government has declared severe drought in parts of Cornwall and five other counties, prompting tighter water monitoring while the specific impact on the Duchy of Cornwall remains unclear.

International Business Times UK · Oct 16

'Severe drought' declared in parts of UK

The UK government has declared a severe drought in southern England, impacting many counties. Extreme weather and a record-breaking summer have caused water shortages across the region. Reservoir levels have dropped significantly, which is concerning for local communities. Farmers and fire services are facing increased challenges due to the dry…

The Economic Times · Oct 15

What is severe drought – and where has it been declared in the UK?

Officials said the south east and south west have suffered their driest April to September for more than 100 years

The Independent UK · Oct 15

Severe drought declared in six areas of England as reservoirs run low

Some reservoirs in south at critical levels as water companies call for extended restrictions that would affect golf clubs, private schools and car washes

The Guardian - UK · Oct 15

The six regions of England where severe drought has been declared

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The Independent UK · Oct 15