Sunak's radical plan to overhaul UK's sick note system
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces a radical crackdown on Britain's sick note culture, aiming to overhaul the welfare system and reduce the record number of people deemed unfit for work.
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6 Health Conditions That Could Secure Longest DWP Sick Pay
Exclusive: New DWP guidance reveals the specific health conditions most likely to qualify for extended sickness benefits. Discover if your condition could entitle you to longer financial support.
UK Sick Days Hit Record High Since 2008
New data reveals UK employees took a staggering 185.6 million sick days last year, the highest level since 2008. Experts point to a 'perfect storm' of post-pandemic health issues and NHS pressures.
UK Workers Take Two Weeks Sick Leave Annually
Exclusive analysis reveals a surge in UK workplace absences, with stress and mental health cited as primary drivers. Discover the sectors hardest hit and the growing impact on the economy.
Self-Employed Crisis: Millions Without Sick Pay Safety Net
Exclusive investigation reveals how 3.5 million self-employed workers are left financially vulnerable with no statutory sick pay protection amid rising illness rates.
Mum's £25k Turkey Holiday Nightmare Over 'Filthy' Hotel
A mother's dream family holiday to Turkey turned into a nightmare after they were placed in a 'filthy' hotel, leading to severe illness and a £25,000 financial blow. Exclusive details of the travel disaster.
Wes Streeting: 'The NHS is broken' and needs major surgery
In a bombshell interview, Labour's Wes Streeting declares the NHS 'broken' and vows to confront tough truths, including the need for private sector help and a crackdown on 'sick note culture', to save the cherished institution.
Firm's 'Sickie Burnout' Competition Sparks Major Outrage
A Queensland company's controversial 'Sickie Burnout' competition, offering prizes for the most creative fake sick day excuses, has been condemned by unions and employers for encouraging workplace dishonesty and undermining genuine illness.
Anastacia Announces 2025 UK & Ireland Tour
Pop icon Anastacia returns to the UK and Ireland for her first full-scale tour in over two decades, including a monumental show at London's OVO Arena Wembley following her historic sold-out performance in 2002.
Fired worker gets revenge by buying the restaurant
An Australian hospitality worker, sacked after his boss spotted him out on a sick day, exacted the ultimate revenge by purchasing the entire restaurant that fired him in a stunning turn of events.
California Reinstates Covid Paid Sick Leave for Workers
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a new law reinstating mandatory Covid-19 supplemental paid sick leave for employees, providing financial protection for those infected.
Boss's 'Disastrous' Sick Day Text Sparks Fury
An Australian manager's 'disastrous' response to an employee's sick day text has ignited a firestorm of criticism online, with thousands branding the reaction as toxic and unprofessional.
Mystery Dog Illness Strikes Venice Canals
A mysterious and potentially fatal illness is sickening dogs in Venice, California. Authorities are investigating the toxic algae-filled canals as the potential source, urging pet owners to keep their animals away from the water.
Haven holiday nightmare as kids fall seriously ill
A family's much-anticipated holiday at a Haven park turned into a disaster as their children fell seriously ill, sparking outrage and demands for answers.
Gaza children face deadly medical evacuation delays
Critically ill children in Gaza are struggling to access urgent medical care due to bureaucratic delays and Israeli restrictions, leaving families in despair.
Brits faking sick days to watch Euro 2024
A new survey uncovers that thousands of UK workers are planning to pull 'sickies' to watch Euro 2024 matches, costing businesses millions.
Denise Richards accused of neglecting sick dog
Hollywood actress Denise Richards is under fire after being accused of neglecting her sick dog, with husband Aaron Phypers also implicated in the controversy.
Mental health sick leave soars in UK workforce
Former Chancellor Jeremy Hunt highlights a concerning surge in UK workers taking sick leave for anxiety and depression, urging urgent action on workplace mental health support.
G Flip's Aussie tradition baffles Americans
Australian musician G Flip has sparked curiosity in the US by sharing a bizarre Down Under tradition that Americans find both strange and thrilling. Discover why this quirky habit has gone viral!
Calls for UK sick pay to triple to £330/week
Campaigners urge the UK government to increase statutory sick pay to £330 per week as millions struggle with illness-related financial strain.
40% of UK households now jobless as worklessness hits record high
New data reveals a sharp rise in worklessness, with 40% of households now jobless, driven by increasing numbers of sick and disabled individuals unable to work.
Finance chief sues over £10k bonus after 18 days' work
A finance director who was off sick for most of the year is taking legal action after receiving a 'disappointing' £10,000 bonus – despite working only 18 days.
Australia’s New Paid Sick Leave Rules Explained
Australia has updated its sick leave policies, ensuring workers can take paid time off when ill. Here’s how the new rules could impact employees nationwide.
RSPCA: Puppy imports linked to rising pet illnesses
The RSPCA raises alarm over rising cases of sick puppies imported into the UK, urging stricter regulations to protect animal welfare.
Whitehall sick leave surges under Starmer
Sick leave among Whitehall civil servants has surged dramatically, with new data revealing a sharp rise in absences since Keir Starmer took office. Experts warn of a growing crisis in public sector health and productivity.
Striking doctor leaves picket to save sick babies
A striking junior doctor was urgently called back to work from the picket line to treat critically ill newborns, highlighting the strain on the NHS amid ongoing industrial action.
36% of Brits take sick days after breakups
New research reveals the shocking impact of breakups on workplace productivity, with 36% of Brits admitting to taking sick days to recover from emotional trauma.
China's Lead Poisoning Scandal: Hundreds of Kids Sick
Hundreds of young children in China have been poisoned by lead exposure, with officials allegedly attempting to conceal the crisis. Parents demand answers as health risks escalate.
UK sick pay reforms could save firms £2bn
Proposed changes to statutory sick pay could save UK businesses up to £2bn annually, but unions warn of risks to low-paid workers.
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