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UK Living Wage Set for Major Increase in 2024

Millions of low-paid workers across Britain are set for a welcome pay boost as the National Living Wage prepares for its largest increase in years, providing crucial financial relief during the cost of living crisis.

Real Living Wage: Record 2025 pay rise announced

Millions of UK workers are set for a significant pay rise as the Real Living Wage receives its largest-ever increase, outpacing government minimum rates and tackling the cost of living crisis.

Christmas tree arrives amid bin strike fury

A London council faces public outrage after installing a Christmas tree while bin collections remain suspended due to ongoing strike action, sparking accusations of misplaced priorities.

Mayor's £850k statue splurge sparks pay rise fury

A council leader faces public outrage after spending nearly £1 million of taxpayer money on two Italian statues while simultaneously requesting a substantial salary increase, raising serious questions about fiscal responsibility.

Labour warned against local election complacency

Shadow Commons leader Lucy Powell cautions Labour against complacency in upcoming May local elections, warning that writing off contests could prove costly for Starmer's government.

NHS staff vote to strike over institutional racism

Thousands of NHS workers across England have overwhelmingly voted for strike action, citing deep-rooted institutional racism and significant pay disparities affecting ethnic minority staff.

Reeves: No Money for Public Sector Pay Rises

Chancellor Rachel Reeves declares no money for public sector pay rises in upcoming budget, setting stage for potential confrontation with unions as she blames previous Tory government for empty coffers.

Celebrity Traitors 2025 Pay Disparities Exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering pay disparities among BBC's Celebrity Traitors 2025 cast members, with some earning ten times more than others for the same show.

Kent Council declares financial emergency amid budget crisis

Kent County Council faces financial meltdown, proposing unprecedented council tax hikes and sweeping service cuts to avoid effective bankruptcy. Local residents brace for impact as authority warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead.

Labour unveils radical devolution plans for local power

Senior Labour figures Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson announce ambitious plans to devolve significant powers from Whitehall to local communities, marking a fundamental restructuring of British governance.

Nottinghamshire Council Reverses Journalist Ban

A Reform UK-led council in Nottinghamshire has reversed its decision to bar local journalists from meetings following widespread criticism and accusations of undermining democracy.

Reform UK Launches Trump-Style Boycott of Nottingham Post

Reform UK councillors in Nottinghamshire launch a Trumpian media boycott against the Nottingham Post, accusing it of biased reporting on their first 100 days in power. The dramatic move escalates tensions between the new administration and local press.

Sadiq Khan's £170k pay rise makes him UK's best-paid politician

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has become the UK's highest-paid elected politician after a massive £170,000 salary increase, now earning more than the Prime Minister. The controversial pay rise, approved by City Hall, has sparked a fierce debate about political

Teacher on 16-year sick leave with £48k salary

A secondary school teacher has remained on full sick pay for 16 years without returning to the classroom, costing taxpayers over £1 million and igniting a fierce debate on public sector sick leave reform.

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