Minimum Wage to Rise in April 2026
Millions of UK workers will see a pay boost from April 2026 as the National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage increase. Find out the new hourly rates and what to do if you're underpaid.
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Minimum wage to rise to £12.71 an hour in 2026
The National Living Wage will increase to £12.71 an hour in April 2026, a 4.1% boost for millions of UK workers. Find out the new rates and what to do if you're underpaid.
UK 'Zombie Firm Apocalypse' Looms as Costs Soar
A new report warns high interest rates, energy prices, and minimum wage rises are set to kill off struggling 'zombie' firms, driving unemployment higher. Discover the full economic impact.
Dry January and rising costs push UK pubs to the brink
New data reveals almost 2,000 UK pubs have closed permanently in five years. Industry leaders warn Dry January and soaring business rates could be a fatal blow. Find out how to support your local.
15-hour week triggers workplace pension, analysis shows
New analysis reveals part-time workers on the National Living Wage can now qualify for auto-enrolment pensions by working just 15 hours a week, a significant boost for retirement savings.
15-hour week now qualifies for UK pension auto-enrolment
New analysis reveals part-time workers on the National Living Wage can now qualify for a workplace pension. Discover how this change boosts retirement savings for thousands.
Crown Casino staff strike at midnight on NYE over pay
Hundreds of Crown Melbourne casino workers will strike from 10pm on New Year's Eve, protesting a proposed two-tier pay system. The action threatens to disrupt celebrations. Read the full story.
Wagamama warns of UK menu price rises in 2026
Pan-Asian chain Wagamama flags 'selective' menu price increases next year as labour and food costs rise. The move follows significant minimum wage hikes and NI changes. Read the full story.
Wagamama to raise UK menu prices in 2026
Pan-Asian chain Wagamama warns of selective menu price increases next year as labour and food costs are set to rise by 4-5%. Find out how the National Minimum Wage hike and NI contributions are impacting your favourite restaurants.
Undocumented Filipino Healthcare Workers Live in Fear of ICE
Undocumented Filipino healthcare workers in the US, vital to the system, live in fear of ICE arrests. This report explores their stories and the historical context of their migration.
US Minimum Wage Rises in 22 States for 2026
Millions of US workers will see pay rises in 2026 as 22 states increase minimum wage. Experts warn inflation may offset gains. Full state list and analysis inside.
Key workers offered 19% off gift cards before Christmas
Teachers, carers, healthcare and charity staff can save up to 19% on popular gift cards via Discounts for Teachers. A timely financial lifeline for essential workers this Christmas.
HMRC: Check Your December Payslip for Minimum Wage
HMRC urges UK workers to check December payslips for minimum wage underpayments. Learn the current rates and how to report 'unacceptable' deductions.
Milburn Review to Scrutinise Youth Minimum Wage Rise
Former minister Alan Milburn warns of a 'lost generation' as he launches a review into youth inactivity, questioning if the rising minimum wage prices young people out of jobs. Read his stark analysis.
Class divide in New Zealand's long summer break debate
A Guardian letter highlights the stark class divide behind New Zealand's debate over long summer holidays. Minimum wage workers are excluded from the luxury of a break stretching from Christmas to March. Read the full analysis.
McDonald's CEO's Harsh Career Advice to Young Workers
McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski delivers tough-love career advice, urging young employees to take full ownership of their professional paths. Discover his essential message for long-term success.
US Restaurant Staff: Immigrant Kitchen Workers Speak Out
A powerful new report reveals the harsh realities for immigrant restaurant staff in the US, detailing exploitation and the fight for fair treatment. Read their stories.
UK Minimum Wage Rise: Millions to Get £975 Boost
Millions of UK workers will see a pay rise of up to £975 from April 2026 as the National Minimum Wage increases. Find out how much more you'll earn.
Rowson cartoon targets Labour's workers' rights policy
Martin Rowson's latest political cartoon delivers sharp criticism of Labour's workers' rights manifesto, questioning Keir Starmer's commitment to change. See the analysis.
Brain Drain Crisis Hits UK as Young Workers Flee
Official figures reveal record exodus of young Britons while asylum seekers comprise nearly half of net migration. Experts warn of economic strain following Reeves' Budget.
Santa Fe links minimum wage to rental affordability
Santa Fe becomes the first US city to directly tie minimum wage increases to rental costs, aiming to ensure workers can afford to live where they work. Discover how this groundbreaking policy works.
Reeves unveils Labour's 2025 budget with mansion tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves presents her first budget with a mansion tax and end to the two-child benefit cap. Will it give Labour's government the direction it needs?
Labour Budget Cuts Energy Bills and Axes Child Benefit Cap
TUC's Paul Nowak hails Labour's first Budget for cutting energy costs, raising wages above inflation, and scrapping the two-child benefit cap, lifting thousands from poverty.
McDonald's workers protest closure after rat infestation
Dozens of Oakland McDonald's employees face job loss just before holidays after restaurant's permanent closure following viral rat infestation scandal. Workers demand transfers.
National Living Wage to rise to £12.71 an hour
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a 4.1% rise in the National Living Wage to £12.71, boosting pay for 2.7 million workers. Discover the full impact on low-paid employees and business concerns.
Reeves' Budget: Tax Hikes and Minimum Wage Rise
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers second budget with tax increases, minimum wage rises and NHS focus. Get the latest on what's changing for UK households and businesses.
Reeves Braces for Business Clash Over Budget Tax Rises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces business backlash over minimum wage increases and wealth taxes in her make-or-break Budget. Will her cost-of-living measures balance the books?
Australia's Gig Workers Win $32/Hour Pay Deal
Uber Eats and DoorDash agree to a historic reform plan with the Transport Workers Union, setting a minimum pay rate and new protections for tens of thousands of delivery riders and drivers.
Rachel Reeves' Budget Faces £20bn Gap and Labour Backlash
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils budget tackling cost of living crisis with minimum wage rises and tax increases, while battling to keep Labour MPs supportive amid £20bn spending gap.
Minimum wage hike sparks business backlash over jobs
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces an inflation-busting minimum wage increase for millions, promising to 'properly reward' workers as business leaders warn it could drive unemployment.
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