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News,26 Sep 2025,12 mins

Ratmageddon: The real reason rat populations are exploding

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More than 500,000 rat infestations were reported to UK councils, between 2023 and the middle of this year, and there is evidence that rising temperatures might be at play. Our Climate Editor Justin Rowlatt has been investigating. ѿý InDepth is the home of the best news analysis, with fresh perspectives that challenge assumptions and deep reporting on the biggest issues of the day. You can find more articles from InDepth - like this one - on the ѿý News website and app. (Image: ѿý/Getty)

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