Portsmouth Water customers have been reassured there are no immediate plans to implement a hosepipe ban in the area - but ...

Southern Water has become the latest company to bring in a hosepipe ban, to protect rare chalk stream habitat, as England battles exceptionally dry weather.

Water firms have different policies on what people should do if they spot someone flouting the ban as England struggles with the driest start to the year since 1976.

It has become the third company – after South East Water and Thames Water – to announce hosepipe bans. The Environment Agency said it had declared a state of prolonged dry weather in large parts of ...

From kindling to airflow, this video walks you through how to build and light a fire that burns steady and strong. It’s easy, safe, and works whether you’re outdoors or in a fireplace. Great for ...