Energy boss: 'More could have been done'
The boss of UK Power Networks, which supplies eight million homes in the South East, said more could have been done in response to the storms that hit Britain over Christmas, leaving many without power.
Power network's Christmas dinner appeal for customers
The country's largest power network is asking for help for customers in the South East and East of England who may not get a Christmas dinner due to losing power because of the storm - raising fears that some 70,000 homes may not be reconnected in time for tomorrow.
High winds and heavy rain have blown debris and trees onto power lines, causing extensive damage.
The company, which is responsible for eight million people in the region, appealed to any restaurants or pubs in the area who have spare tables on Christmas Day to email: SDCSupportContact@ukpowernnetworks.co.uk
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David Cameron says more should be done to stop flooding
David Cameron concedes that more flood prevention work needs to be done in areas like Yalding, where he was confronted by a local.
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Battered by windy, wet weather once more
Within the next few hours, severe gales will hit northern England, Isle of Man and Wales. The rain will exacerbate the flood risk in places.
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Weather warnings: three aircraft attempt to land
Three aircraft attempt to land at Birmingham Airport in today's tricky weather conditions.