Water bills to increase for Sussex households; Southern Water & South East Water customers affected

The head of South East Water has been grilled by MPs after some 24,000 in the Tunbridge Wells area were left without drinking water for two weeks in the run-up to Christmas. David Hinton apologised, admitting the crisis was "a failure". More here: https://bbc.in/3NgFqwx | BBC Kent

Coffee in Vietnam: The History, the Culture, the Etiquette

Frozen pipe? Please don’t ignore it. 🥶 With the freezing temperatures we've had recently, we are seeing an increase in burst pipes and leaks across our supply area. A frozen tap can quickly turn into a burst pipe, causing leaks and havoc in your home, so it's vital to act fast. Here is how to thaw them safely: 1. Turn off your water supply at your internal stop tap. 2. Gently warm the pipe, starting at the end nearest the tap. You can use a hot water bottle or a warm towel. 3. NEVER use boiling

When I was on BBC Politics East recently, I spoke about how much speculation there is around the Budget. And honestly, it’s frustrating to see ideas being thrown around in a way that risks rattling the markets. We all know what happens when things wobble people’s mortgage payments and bills are the first to go up. I don’t think politics should work like that. We should wait for the actual Budget, look at the facts, and then have a proper discussion about what’s right for people. What matters to