We cover news from public bodies and utility companies for UK households on power cuts, weather, water, health, safety and security. Each report includes the date and sources, with links to our guides.
The Cabinet Office has published updated household resilience advice and launched the Be Ready campaign, the first stage of a three-year effort to help UK households prepare for disruption to everyday…
Scottish Water is moving water by tanker to almost 20 locations across Scotland after a series of trunk main bursts and high demand, with domestic use up by an average of 10 per cent.
North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service has published household advice for Storm Babet, covering grab bags, pet plans, securing flood-prone property and which agency to call for fallen trees, unsafe…
The Office for Product Safety and Standards has recalled a High-Power multi-function jump starter, model JX27 with AC adapter HR-1501000, sold between May 2021 and August 2022, because it presents a…
The Office for Product Safety and Standards has recalled the Ring RPPL360 Fast Charge Lithium Jump Starter from end users after a manufacturing fault was found that can cause a short circuit and a…
Ring Automotive recalled its Fast Charge Jump Starter 360 in March 2023 after identifying a fault that could cause short-circuiting and overheating, and in February 2024 extended the recall to the…
Resuscitation Council UK has reported a nationwide shortage of defibrillators, replacement pads and batteries caused by supply chain delays, and says expired pads are no reason to remove a device from…