Politics
Hillingdon Council Removes 700 Dog Waste Bins to Cut Costs
Residents in a west London borough are expressing deep concern after the local council decided to eliminate 700 dog-waste bins as part of cost-saving measures.
Climate
Fog Warning Issued by Met Office Brings Hazardous Driving Conditions
The Met Office has issued a severe weather warning for dense fog across parts of the UK, creating difficult conditions for the Friday morning commute.
Politics
UK Obesity Plan Doomed to Fail Without Prime Minister's Leadership, MPs Warn
A cross-party committee of MPs warns that the UK government's ten-year strategy to end the obesity epidemic is destined to fail without personal leadership from the prime minister.
Climate
Climate Academic Andreas Malm Barred From Entering UK
Swedish author and climate academic Andreas Malm has been blocked from entering the UK ahead of a scheduled speaking engagement in London.
Climate
Report Finds Chemical Contamination at Former RAF Base is Worst in UK
Recent testing at the former RAF Upper Heyford base has revealed unacceptable levels of forever chemicals, raising concerns for residents and future developments.
Politics
MPs Urge Foreign Office to Write Off British Council Debt
A parliamentary committee recommends that the Foreign Office convert a massive British Council loan into a grant to save the struggling cultural institution.
Politics
Chancellor John Healey Pledges Welfare Spending Reduction Ahead of Election
Chancellor John Healey has stated the government has a moral duty to help unemployed young people while committing to reduce the rising welfare bill.
Technology
Ofcom outlines age check options ahead of UK social media restrictions
Regulator proposes four methods for verifying users are over 16 before a planned social media ban takes effect next March.
Politics
Citizens React to Budget Measures as Fuel Duty and Living Costs Draw Criticism
People earning between £4,062 and £150,000 share their views on the recent Budget, expressing frustration over fuel duty and the cost of living.
Climate
South West Water Receives Lowest Environmental Rating from Regulator
South West Water has dropped to a one-star rating following consecutive years of missing pollution targets across its service region.