Tens of thousand of homes could be without water until the weekend, says Southern Water

Almost 60,000 homes across Hampshire are without water because of a “technical issue” at a Southern Water supply works, the company has said. Homes in Southampton, Romsey, Eastleigh, Totton, and parts of the New Forest have been affected by problems at the Testwood water supply works preventing water from leaving the site.

https://news.sky.com/story/tens-of-thousand-of-homes-could-be-without-water-until-the-weekend-says-southern-water-13276282

Andrew will not join royals for Christmas at Sandringham

The Duke of York will not join the rest of the Royal Family for the traditional Christmas gathering in Sandringham, royal sources have told the BBC. It is expected that Prince Andrew will “honourably withdraw” from Royal Family events at Christmas to avoid being a distraction.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce32n0eze87o

Parking ‘tourist tax’ planned for Devon town dubbed Chelsea-on-Sea

A tourist “parking tax” is being planned for a Devon town, dubbed Chelsea-on-Sea, which is popular with holidaymakers for its beaches. Businesses in Salcombe warned the proposal to charge tourists more than locals to park in their town, and across the district of South Hams, could be “detrimental” to the area’s economy.

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2024/12/15/parking-tourist-tax-planned-for-devon-town-salcombe/

The incredible UK seaside town where ‘mountains meet the sea’

The UK has many staycation options with beautiful seaside townson coasts all over the country. While some towns in places like Cornwall and the south coast are well-recognised, one Welsh town has been hailed as another great option.