UK heatwave to beat historic June 1976 record as scientists issue ‘dangerous’ 45C warning The Met Office has issued a rare ‘red warning’ for temperatures which are expected to reach 39C The Independent UK · Jun 22
Will there be a heatwave this week and when will the hot weather end? The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued yellow heat health alerts for the East Midlands, east of England, London, and the South East. These are in effect from 3pm on Wednesday until 8pm on Monday 22 June. According to the Met Office , temperatures in the South East could… The Independent UK · Jun 16
Weather map: Where temperatures could reach 29C this week as UK heat health alerts issued Temperatures could reach 29C by the end of this week in south-east England The Independent UK · Jun 15
The northern town where you can buy four homes for the price of one in St Albans Average asking prices for typical first-time buyer homes in some parts of Britain have jumped by nearly a fifth over the past year The Independent UK · Jun 10
First-time buyer hot and cold spots reveal north-south divide Rightmove said it was seeing the strongest asking-price growth in locations where homes remained ‘within reach’ for more people Evening Standard · Jun 10
Sunday to be drier as downpours and strong winds batter the UK Drier and brighter weather is forecast towards the South East where it will be feeling warmer, the Met Office said. Evening Standard · Jun 6
Thames Water asks millions to stop using hosepipes to save water during heatwave Demand for water has increased by up to 50 per cent in some areas of London and the South East, Thames Water said The Independent UK · May 30
Temperatures to cool down in coming days after record-breaking hot spell Despite temperatures cooling, highs of 28C are still likely for the South East. Evening Standard · May 28
Tell us: have you been affected by water supply issues in the south east? We would like to hear from people who are facing water supply disruptions due to warm weather in the south east of England The Guardian - US · May 28
People in Kent and Sussex asked to use water only for essentials after outages South East Water says demand has jumped owing to extreme heat but stops short of compulsory measures The Guardian - UK · May 26
UK heat health alerts upgraded to amber as country braces for bank holiday heatwave The UK Health Security Agency has upgraded heat health alerts to amber across London, the South East, the East and the Midlands The Independent UK · May 22
UK weather forecast: 26°C scorcher on the way, hotter than Athens and Barcelona Britain is set for a dramatic temperature rise towards the end of the week, with highs of 26°C predicted for Friday in the south east. Following a cold snap in early May, forecasters now anticipate settled sunshine and warmer weather for England and Wales throughout the bank holiday weekend, offering… The Times of India · May 18
One-man crimewave behind £55,000 shop theft spree banned from all Boots and Superdrug branches Prolific shoplifter Alfie Ronaldson, 22, was wanted by at least four police forces in London and the South East Evening Standard · Mar 17
Where to Eat at Lakeside: A Guide to the Best Restaurants and Bites at Essex's Favourite Shopping Destination Lakeside Shopping Centre in Thurrock has long been one of the most popular retail destinations in the South East of England inkl · Mar 12
The Guardian - UK · Mar 10 Millions in England to pay higher water bills after suppliers appeal Anglian, Southern, Wessex and South East allowed to raise charges more than originally permitted by watchdog
The Independent UK · Feb 3 NHS support staff in affluent areas benefit from more career opportunities, report finds Analysis showed workers in the South East were almost twice as likely to move into a registered position than those in the North East
The Guardian - UK · Jan 15 South East Water boss lasting weeks in post would be a surprise David Hinton looks unlikely to claim five-year retention award but why did the board feel a need to offer it?
The Guardian - UK · Jan 15 South East Water boss in line for £400,000 bonus despite outages Exclusive: David Hinton, who faces calls to resign, will receive payout regardless of performance if he stays until July 2030
Evening Standard · Jan 13 Regulator ‘concerned’ as 25,000 properties still without water in two counties South East Water (SEW) has blamed this latest supply failure on Storm Goretti causing burst pipes and power cuts.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 12 Major incident declared as 30,000 homes left without water in Kent and Sussex South East Water blames cold weather and Storm Goretti for problems, with schools and libraries closed for day
The Independent UK · Jan 12 Major incident declared as 30,000 properties hit by water outages South East Water blamed the latest outage, across 14 postcode areas, on Storm Goretti causing burst pipes and power cuts.
Evening Standard · Jan 7 Online property searches hit new record on Boxing Day with London and South East movers most active New buyer and seller activity on Boxing Day in 2025 was busiest in the South East, East of England and London
Evening Standard · Dec 30, 2025 UK’s biggest property value hotspots of 2025 revealed by Lloyds The bank said that most parts of the UK recorded growth in the value of homes in 2025.
The Independent UK · Dec 26, 2025 Home Counties hotspots where London buyers are snapping up properties revealed The traditional commuter belt area is ‘back on the map’ for people moving out of London, property firm Hamptons said.
Evening Standard · Dec 10, 2025 FTSE 100 Live 10 December: Berkeley boss urges faster rate cuts, FirstGroup lands rail contract Interest rate cut speculation in the US is set to keep FTSE 100 traders on edge today.