The Latest Breaking News from Environment

Record number of water sector criminal investigations launched as sewage issues rise

“Water companies have too often gone unpunished” said the environment secretary

The Independent UK · May 20, 2025

Thames Water and Anglian Water face 53 criminal investigations over sewage

Firms among England and Wales suppliers facing record 81 investigations as sources say ‘polluter will pay’ for their cost

The Guardian - UK · May 20, 2025

‘Record’ 81 criminal investigations into water sector as sewage inspections soar

The Government insists water companies which break the law will be punished for their ‘disgraceful behaviour’.

Evening Standard · May 20, 2025

‘No downside’ for fishing industry in EU deal, insists Environment Secretary

Steve Reed defended the trade agreement as a ‘reasonably good deal’ for the sector.

Evening Standard · May 20, 2025

‘Hat-trick of trade deals shows Britain back on the world stage’ – Starmer

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch claimed Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer had not done more to support fishing communities as they do not vote Labour.

Evening Standard · May 20, 2025

How ChatGPT is impacting the environment

Over 400 million people across the globe use ChatGPT each week. But at what cost?

Evening Standard · May 20, 2025

Controversial gas project hinges on 11th-hour talks

The future of Woodside's North West Shelf gas project is a priority item in talks between federal Environment Minister Murray Watt and WA Premier Roger Cook.

AAP · May 20, 2025

Can Murray Watt fix Australia’s broken nature laws? First stop, Western Australia

New federal Environment Minister Murray Watt is in Western Australia this week to reboot nature law reform. Reform stalled in the Senate last term, following stiff opposition from the state’s Labor government and mining sector.

The Conversation · May 20, 2025

7 Things Judges Look for When Deciding Custody Cases

Child custody disputes are undeniably among the most emotionally charged, highly stressful, and profoundly challenging aspects of family law, often leaving parents feeling vulnerable and uncertain about their children’s future. When parents are unable to reach a mutual agreement on a custody and visitation arrangement through mediation or direct negotiation,…

Budget and the Bees · May 19, 2025

Should You Buy Gold Now After Moody’s U.S. Credit Rating Downgrade?

Moody’s has downgraded its rating on U.S. sovereign debt by one notch, which has helped lift gold prices. The precious metal’s outlook appears bullish amid the current macro environment.

Barchart · May 19, 2025