Yorkshire Water and South East Water's hosepipe bans, which were introduced in July, remain in place. Politics
The ban was introduced in July when UK experienced the warmest summer on record Politics
The comedian will have to gain a special flood permit and has been advised to sign up to a helpline if his plans are approved to demolish a £6M home in Marlow and replace it with a swanky mansion. Events
Horror unfolded at Lord William’s School in Thame, Oxfordshire, after three children deliberately added copper sulphate to their water bottles following a science lesson Events
The utility firm has returned with an improved proposal for Thames, which is in advanced talks with creditors and regulators to secure funding. Politics
Coppermills plant, which serves up to 4mn people, underscores scale of the challenge for troubled utility Politics
Ofwat said the failures related to the maintenance of Wessex Water’s network to ensure it could cope with flows of sewage and wastewater. Economics
London community groups call for government action on Thames Water South West Londoner Politics
More than £4 million of potential bonuses were banned under new rules on performance-related executive pay, regulator Ofwat said. Economics
Bromley road to close temporarily for Thames Water repair works This Is Local London Politics
The restriction was put in place in July following record dry and hot weather. Politics
