Water firms blocked from paying bonuses over failures
Six major water companies in England have been prohibited from paying executive bonuses following serious environmental breaches and sewage discharge scandals.
Six major water companies in England have been prohibited from paying executive bonuses following serious environmental breaches and sewage discharge scandals.
Unai Emery gets positive news as Belgian midfielder's calf injury is less severe than feared, with return timeline revealed.
Aston Villa have officially announced the departure of midfielder Bertrand Traoré as manager Unai Emery continues to mould his squad for future challenges.
Exclusive investigation reveals Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water is lagging significantly behind competitors in key service areas, raising concerns about value for money and environmental performance.
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Discover Birmingham's magical new Christmas attraction - a giant, interactive bauble in Pigeon Park offering stunning 360-degree views of the city's festive lights and decorations throughout December.
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The legendary Download Festival has announced its first wave of acts for 2026, featuring rock royalty and metal giants at Donington Park. Early bird tickets are selling fast!
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Aston Villa legend Martin O'Neill delivers a brutally honest assessment of his former club's heavy defeat against Liverpool, analysing where it all went wrong at Villa Park.
A Birmingham teenager who brutally raped a woman in a park attempted to justify his actions to police by claiming his youth made him 'not a monster', as he receives lengthy prison sentence.
A major new visitor attraction is coming to Dartmoor National Park, promising immersive experiences and sustainable tourism with significant economic benefits for the region.
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Actor James Moore, known for his role in Emmerdale, triumphs at 270 Climbing Park's challenging ascent while raising vital funds for the British Heart Foundation in a touching tribute to his late father.