Andrea Egan elected Unison leader in surprise result
Andrea Egan defeats incumbent Christina McAnea to become Unison's new general secretary, pledging a review of the union's ties with the Labour Party. Read the full story.
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Unison elects left-wing leader expelled from Labour
Andrea Egan wins Unison leadership, defeating Starmer ally. The leftwinger's victory could see the UK's largest union cut Labour funding. Read the full story.
Andrea Egan wins Unison leadership in surprise result
Andrea Egan has been elected as the new general secretary of Unison, the UK's largest trade union, defeating incumbent Christina McAnea. She will begin her five-year term next month. Read the full story.
Andrea Egan elected leader of UK's biggest trade union
Andrea Egan defeats Christina McAnea to become Unison's new general secretary. The left-wing candidate will begin her five-year term next month. Read the full story.
Hard-Left Andrea Egan Ousts Unison Leader, Hits Starmer
Sir Keir Starmer faces a major blow as Unison, the UK's largest union, elects Andrea Egan, who vows to review its £1.5m Labour funding. Discover the implications for Labour's finances and leadership.
Starmer loses union ally as Unison elects new leader
Labour leader Keir Starmer faces a major setback after left-wing candidate Andrea Egan won the Unison general secretary election, defeating incumbent Christina McAnea. Egan has vowed to review union funding for Labour.
Starmer faces blow as union ally fights for job
Sir Keir Starmer could lose a key ally as Christina McAnea battles to keep her role as Unison general secretary. The result could reshape Labour's power structures and funding. Read the full analysis.
School Staff Shortages Harm Education & Safety
A Unison survey finds 3 in 5 schools have fewer staff than last year, jeopardising children's education and safety. Urgent government funding needed to address this crisis.
NHS phlebotomists strike for 236 days in pay dispute
Specialist blood-taking staff at Gloucestershire hospitals continue historic 236-day strike over pay grading dispute. Union demands fair recognition for skilled work. Read the full story.
Badenoch's desperate plea to Tory donors revealed
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch personally intervenes to stop Conservative donors defecting to Reform UK, warning of catastrophic consequences for the party's election campaign funding.
Union boss challenges Starmer over workers' rights
UNISON General Secretary Christina McAnea challenges Labour leader on employment law reforms as new government faces pressure to deliver on election promises.
Starmer secures major UNISON union backing for Labour
Labour leader Keir Starmer receives crucial endorsement from Britain's largest union UNISON, strengthening his position ahead of potential general election.
NHS Pay Fury: Unions Threaten Winter Strike Action
Major healthcare unions have rejected the government's proposed 3% pay rise for NHS workers, branding it 'completely inadequate' and threatening coordinated strike action that could cripple health services this winter.
Starmer summons top civil servant in power move
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer calls Cabinet Secretary Simon Case to shadow cabinet meeting, signalling significant changes to civil service operations if Labour wins power.
Coal Mining Museum staff strike over pay dispute
Workers at Yorkshire's National Coal Mining Museum walk out over 'insulting' pay offer as Unison union condemns management's refusal to negotiate fair wages.
Northern Ireland NHS staff strike over pay dispute
Thousands of health workers across Northern Ireland have launched fresh strike action in an ongoing pay dispute, causing significant disruption to NHS services while political stalemate continues at Stormont.
NHS strikes cancelled as unions accept pay deal
Breaking: NHS hospital workers call off planned strikes as union leaders agree to government pay offer, bringing relief to millions of patients across England.
Mark Rutte confirmed as next NATO Secretary General
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte becomes NATO's next Secretary General after Hungary drops opposition and receives US fighter jet assurance, while Romania's president withdraws bid.
Tories Should 'Hang Heads in Shame' Over NHS Crisis
UNISON launches blistering attack on Conservative government's handling of NHS workforce crisis as waiting lists hit record highs and staff face burnout.
Scottish Labour minister snubs Starmer in PM endorsement
In a stunning political development, Scottish Labour's Education Secretary has refused to endorse Sir Keir Starmer as the next Prime Minister, creating a major rift within the party ahead of crucial elections.
Farage's foreign policy bid slammed by Shapps
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage's declaration that he wants to lead a 'political revolution' on foreign policy has been brutally slapped down by Defence Secretary Grant Shapps, who labelled the Brexit architect an 'armchair commentator'.
Solicitor General's Family Targeted in Glasgow Break-In
The family of Scotland's top law officer, Solicitor General Ruth Charteris KC, was subjected to a terrifying home invasion in Glasgow. Masked assailants forced their way into the property, stealing a luxury vehicle in a targeted attack that has sent shock
UK Backs Mark Rutte for NATO Leadership Role
Outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte is set to become the next NATO Secretary General after UK Defence Secretary John Healey threw Britain's decisive support behind his candidacy, solidifying his path to lead the alliance.
Starmer backs Mark Rutte for NATO chief role
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer throws his weight behind Dutch PM Mark Rutte to become the next NATO Secretary General, signalling a major shift in UK defence strategy ahead of potential election victory.
Yvette Cooper Appointed Justice Secretary in Starmer Cabinet
Labour veteran Yvette Cooper takes on the crucial Justice Secretary role in Keir Starmer's new government, tasked with reforming the UK's justice system and prisons.
Unison Chief: UK Social Care System is 'Broken'
Christina McAnea, head of Britain's largest union, issues a stark warning on the UK's social care crisis, calling for immediate funding and a national strategy to fix the crumbling system.
Pete Hegseth Considered for Defence Secretary in Trump Admin
Fox & Friends presenter Pete Hegseth is reportedly being considered for Secretary of Defence in a future Trump administration, sparking debate over his military commentary background.
Yvette Cooper Appointed Labour's New Shadow Justice Secretary
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer appoints Yvette Cooper as Justice Secretary in a major cabinet reshuffle, signalling a tough stance on law and order.
Labour appoints Douglas Alexander as Shadow Scottish Secretary
Sir Keir Starmer appoints Douglas Alexander as Scottish Secretary and Ian Murray as his deputy in a major move to strengthen Labour's appeal in Scotland ahead of the next general election.
Starmer's Cabinet: Rayner and Lammy Secure Top Roles
Sir Keir Starmer unveils his first major cabinet reshuffle, appointing Angela Rayner as Housing Secretary and David Lammy as Foreign Secretary in a bold move to define his new government's priorities.
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