Hosepipe

Business

Thames Water brings in hosepipe ban

The water firm has announced the introduction of a hosepipe ban across Swindon, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Berkshire and Wiltshire.

historic Palladian pillars

Charity

National Trust to cut workforce by 550 jobs

Increased labour costs from raised employer national insurance and minimum wage have resulted in the National Trust cutting at least 550 jobs in efforts to save £26m.

Hose pipe spraying water on a lawn

Environment

First hosepipe ban in Yorkshire

Effective on Friday, Yorkshire will be the first UK county to implement water usage restrictions due to the prolonged period of dry weather.

Winner Henchman Topiary Competition 2025 Paul Everden

Awards

Winners 2025 Henchman Topiary Awards

The Henchman Topiary Awards recognise exceptional skill, creativity, and passion in the art of shaping and maintaining remarkable living sculptures.