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Warning of ‘horrendous’ rat infestations after summer heatwaves

The UK’s rising temperatures, takeaway culture, and crippling infrastructure create the perfect storm for rats

The Independent UK · Aug 26, 2025

Which Roman emperor ruled the longest?

The question of which Roman emperor ruled the longest is tricky to answer.

LiveScience · Aug 17, 2025

Overflowing bins and climate change: Why might rats be getting bigger in the UK?

Adult rats can weigh up to 600g according to ecologists, and they probably became that big by eating our junk food

The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2025

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Mapped: Worst areas for rat infestations in the UK as over half a million reported

Analysis of Freedom of Information (FOI) responses from councils showed over 500,000 reported rat infestations from 2023 to mid-2025

The Independent UK · Aug 5, 2025

Voices: I’m a pest controller – after the summer heatwaves, Britain is on the brink of a vermin explosion

COMMENT: Thanks to our fondness for takeaways, uncollected rubbish bins and mismanagement of the nation’s sewers, rats the size of cats will soon be the norm, says veteran catcher David Parnell

The Independent UK · Aug 4, 2025

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