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New Ofwat measures threaten Thames Water’s future

11 Jul 2024
Ofwat, the water regulator, has announced a draft decision on how much water companies in England can raise consumer bills over the next five years. The regulator has imposed stricter oversight on Thames Water, due to…

Two more universities win court orders on Gaza protest camps

11 Jul 2024
Following ongoing Pro-Palestinian demonstrations that have taken place at university and other campuses nationwide, the Universities of Nottingham and Birmingham have secured court orders to end student protests occupying campus areas. The High Court's orders ruled…

CofE takes a step towards allowing same-sex weddings

11 Jul 2024
The Church of England’s General Synod has endorsed a plan to allow standalone services for blessing same-sex couples, advancing LGBTQ+ inclusion while accommodating conservative theological views. This decision, part of the Living in Love and Faith…

Ukraine: children’s hospital severely damaged by Russian missile

11 Jul 2024
A Russian cruise missile has struck Okhmatdyt, Ukraine's largest children's hospital, in central Kyiv. The attack caused significant damage, including a collapsed roof that killed two hospital workers and injured 16 people, including seven children. Thousands…