Cornwall holiday pods refused over flood risk
Cornwall Council has refused a retrospective application for four holiday pods and a pool in Hayle, citing significant flood risk. Read the full story on the planning decision.
Cornwall Council has refused a retrospective application for four holiday pods and a pool in Hayle, citing significant flood risk. Read the full story on the planning decision.
Environmental scientist Professor Lynne Frostick CBE receives an honorary doctorate from the University of Leicester. A champion for women in STEM, her career has defined flood and coastal erosion management.
UK households urged to check flood risk maps after weeks of severe weather. A free postcode check can prevent invalid insurance and major financial loss.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for flooding across eight Midlands areas. Public transport and road journeys are expected to face significant disruption. Check the full list of affected regions.
A Met Office yellow warning for heavy rain is in force for parts of the Midlands for nearly 15 hours, bringing flood and travel disruption risks. Get the latest details.
Parts of South Birmingham are impassable after flooding, with Boleyn Road closed. A car was left semi-submerged. Councillors criticise the council's response. Read the latest updates.
The Met Office warns heavy rain could cause surface water flooding in 26 UK regions. Households are urged to prepare an emergency kit with torches, batteries, and power packs before Thursday.
The Met Office warns of flooding risk across Herefordshire and Worcestershire from Thursday, January 15. Check your flood risk and prepare an emergency kit now.
The Environment Agency has issued flood alerts and warnings to 73 areas across the UK. Learn the full list and how to prepare your home and family for potential flooding.
The Environment Agency has issued 11 flood alerts and one warning across the Midlands following last week's snowfall. Areas in Birmingham, Staffordshire, and Worcestershire are urged to be prepared.
Work begins to end the 'constant source of misery' as Wharf Road in Kings Norton closes for three days to tackle severe, long-term flooding issues. Find out the repair schedule.
Eight flood alerts are active across the Midlands as rising temperatures trigger rapid snow melt. The Met Office warns of flooding concerns. Read the latest updates.
A 600-mile 'snow bomb' is forecast to hammer the UK from January 23, potentially rivalling 2018's Beast from the East. Get the latest Met Office warnings and flood risk advice.
HMRC clarifies why tax codes shift when changing employment. Check your payslip and use the online service to ensure you're not overpaying or underpaying tax.
The UK faces a severe weather battleground with freezing rain, flood risk, and potential snowfall. Get the latest Met Office warnings and travel advice.
A new Neko Health clinic offering 360-degree body scans is launching in Birmingham. Founded by Spotify's CEO, it screens for health risks instantly. Here's what you need to know.
Experts warn UK homeowners of a surge in burst pipes as temperatures rise after a deep freeze. Learn the critical preventative steps to protect your property now.
UK safety watchdog urgently recalls kids' trampoline and water beads sold on Amazon. Discover the serious injury and choking hazards and what to do if you bought them.
Tesco has urgently recalled three popular pâté products due to a microbiological risk. Customers are warned not to eat them and to return for a full refund.
Serious HMRC system errors are wrongly classifying living individuals as dead, preventing state pension applications. Learn how to check your NI record and what to do if affected.
Strictly star Dr Punam Krishan reveals her 'shock' breast cancer diagnosis after a gut feeling. Learn the crucial symptoms and secondary signs to watch for.
UK fire chiefs urge households to unplug common devices like hair tools and air fryers before leaving home. This simple safety routine can prevent devastating fires, as one family's story shows.
London Fire Brigade warns against burning Christmas trees, as January fires double. Learn safe recycling options and protect your community from preventable blazes.
Shoppers are raving about Next's Brown Boucle Check Cape Poncho, now reduced from £40 to £16. Discover this 'really lovely' fashion piece and warmer Amazon alternatives.
Lengthy NHS delays are pushing more Brits towards private diagnostic scans from providers like Scan.com, with prices starting at £300. Discover how people are taking control of their health.
The NHS has revised its stance on alcohol, stating no level is 'safe'. Learn the new 14-unit weekly limit and the serious long-term health risks, including cancer. Get tips to cut down.
UK households are urged to conduct urgent energy efficiency checks to slash winter bills and prevent costly damage. Act now to inspect insulation, boilers, and pipes.
A new study reveals gas hobs emit harmful benzene, linked to blood cancers. Experts urge ventilation and safety checks to protect millions of UK families.
A doctor reveals the morning routine that drastically raises heart attack risk, unrelated to food or stress. Learn the simple, lifesaving change you can make today.
YouTube mechanic Scotty Kilmer warns drivers about a major used car scam. Learn how to check the V5C logbook to avoid disreputable sellers and protect your money.