Thames Water record fine dwarfed by profits last year
The water regulator Ofwat has announced a “record” fine for notorious Thames Water – for illegal sewage leaks, spills, and dumping. Of course, it’s unlikely to bother the toxic water…
Household debt to reach record high this year as families struggle
Unsecured household debt is set to rise by a “record” £1,660 this year, as families continue to struggle with the Tory-induced cost of living crisis. The figures show that this…
Lib Dems cannabis policy could generate £1bn a year
Lib Dems leader Ed Davey revealed that if elected he would look to legalise cannabis through licensed retailers. As any future government seeks alternative avenues to generate more revenue for…
Workers’ Memorial Day to be marked in London this year
Around the world every 28 April trade unionists, campaigners, families, and supporters gather to mark Workers’ Memorial Day (WMD), a day to remember the damage done by work and to…
one year on, and anger is still palpable in Dorset
It’s one year since it was revealed that the Bibby Stockholm barge would be used to contain refugees and asylum-seekers in Britain. So, Berlin-based artist Katherine Kannon and Dorset solicitor…