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WorldLondon’s drought-hit capital sees first rain in weeks
London recorded its first rainfall in weeks on 30 July 2026, with light showers in Croydon and Richmond delivering less than 0.5mm per hour. The capital remains under a Thames Water hosepipe ban amid prolonged drought conditions.
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Council & Politics · HackneyMayor Launches £1.8bn Plan to Clean London's Rivers
Sir Sadiq Khan has unveiled a £1.8 billion plan to clean up London's rivers and waterways over the next decade. The initiative, launched at Hackney's West Reservoir, aims to make 600km of water bodies swimmable and support wildlife.
Hackney3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 55