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‘Forever chemicals’ found in non-stick pans and pizza boxes will cost £1.6 trillion to clean up

The toxic substances are commonplace – and very hard to get rid of

The Independent UK · Jan 14, 2025

It’s tough at the top – but which business leader has the most at stake in 2025?

From post and planes to TV, phones and retail chains – and even a central bank – here are the chiefs facing the most testing of times

The Guardian - UK · Jan 4, 2025

Sewage scandals and bill increases mark year of woe for water industry

Public fury swelled yet again at water companies’ worsening records on sewage as firms announced steep hikes to consumer bills.

The Independent UK · Dec 24, 2024

Water bills in England and Wales: how much more might you pay in your area?

The average bill is to rise by 36% over five years. Here’s what each firm will charge, and how they will spend the cash

The Guardian - UK · Dec 19, 2024

FTSE slumps as Bank of England holds interest rates

The FTSE 100 finished 93.79 points, or 1.14%, lower to end the day at 8,105.32.

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2024

Ban water bill increases until Santa swims are no longer cancelled – MP

A Cornwall MP called for a “total ban on water bill rises” while sewage threatens Christmas-themed Santa swims and surfing events

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2024

Water bills are expected to increase by £86 in April - here’s how your area will be affected

How the Ofwat announcement will affect you

Ideal Home · Dec 19, 2024

Households to face average £86 hike to water bills next year alone

Consumer groups said the bill rises will be more than many households can afford, as campaigners accused Ofwat of caving to pressure from firms.

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2024

Why are water bills going up so much, and what does it mean for consumers?

Regulators have allowed water firms to raise bills significantly over the next five years. PA news agency asks why, and explains what happens next.

Evening Standard · Dec 19, 2024

Anger over water bills hike which campaigners say will not solve sewage crisis

Clean water campaigners describe settlement for water companies as a ‘travesty’ and ‘nightmare before Christmas’ for customers.

Evening Standard · Dec 19, 2024