Clegg's Rio+20 water pledge
The government says households struggling to pay their water bills will get help through new 'social tariffs'. The announcement will be made by Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg at the Rio+20 Conference in Brazil today.
Protesters add their voice to the Rio+20 summit
Here are some of the views of protesters in Rio
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Water bills 'to be cut' for families struggling to pay
The government says households struggling to pay their water bills will get help through new 'social tariffs'.
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Rio+20: Why is the cost of food rising?
Food prices are rising due to environmental factors, increased populations and, experts argue, increased financial speculation.
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Beatles star attempts to save the polar bear
Paul McCartney has joined a host of stars calling for Rio+20 to protect the Arctic from overfishing and oil exploration.