Police officer dismissed over inappropriate relationship
PC John Edwards dismissed from South Wales Police following gross misconduct hearing over relationship with domestic abuse victim in Merthyr Tydfil
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Gogglebox star, 80, loses NHS job after TV deal
Beloved Gogglebox octogenarian Mica Ven has been removed from her £62,000 NHS position following her television contract, sparking debate about public sector employment rules.
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.
Quango staff's taxpayer-funded rock concert scandal exposed
Exclusive: Staff from taxpayer-funded quango under fire for attending rock concerts and lavish events while claiming expenses, sparking fresh scrutiny of public sector hospitality culture.
NSW official hid in cupboard during corruption probe
Shocking revelations emerge as a senior NSW government official admits to concealing themselves in a cupboard during a corruption investigation into alleged multi-million dollar kickbacks, exposing serious misconduct within the public sector.
Banker sacked for lying about sexual harassment claims
A high-flying investment banker has been dismissed after an employment tribunal ruled he fabricated sexual harassment allegations against a female colleague in what's being described as a 'calculated campaign of deception'.
Sussex Police officers face misconduct hearing
Two Sussex Police officers are set to appear before a misconduct panel following allegations of excessive force during an arrest in Peacehaven, East Sussex.
France paralysed by mass strikes over economic reforms
France faces widespread disruption as transport, education and public services grind to a halt amid union-led protests against the new prime minister's economic agenda, testing President Macron's government.
Qld police helicopter pilot's £183k salary revealed
A senior Queensland police helicopter pilot's staggering £183,000 annual salary has ignited controversy, raising questions about public sector spending and transparency in aviation operations.
UK Economy Stagnates as Construction Output Plummets
Britain's economic recovery hits a wall as construction output plummets 1.9% in April, wiping out service sector gains and raising Budget concerns for the Chancellor.
Labour unveils pay boost and reform for England's care sector
The Labour government announces transformative plans to tackle England's care crisis with significant pay increases and a new national negotiating body, marking the biggest reform in decades.
Police Officer Sacked for Failing to Investigate Theft
A Cambridgeshire police officer has been dismissed for gross misconduct after neglecting to investigate a theft from Christchurch, Cambridge, and providing false evidence to cover his failure.
Private sector jobs surge past pre-pandemic peak
Exclusive analysis of ONS figures shows a dramatic jobs market reversal, with private sector employment hitting a record high as the public sector workforce contracts for the ninth consecutive quarter.
Civil servants face ban on 'woke' veganism and guilt meetings
UK government ministers are planning to ban civil servants from attending 'non-job' diversity sessions on topics like veganism and 'British guilt' during work hours, aiming to refocus on core public service delivery.
NYC teacher arrested over alleged student relationship
A New York City high school teacher has been arrested and charged after allegedly engaging in a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old student. Shocking details emerge as authorities investigate.
France paralysed by mass strikes over austerity budget
Hundreds of thousands of workers bring France to a standstill in a massive day of strikes and demonstrations, demanding Prime Minister Gabriel Attal scraps deep public spending cuts.
France braces for nationwide general strike this Thursday
France faces major disruption as public sector unions call a general strike on Thursday 13th February, protesting against austerity measures and demanding better pay and conditions.
Nurse struck off after affair with teenage stepson exposed
A registered nurse from the UK has been removed from the nursing register after a tribunal found her guilty of a professional misconduct for engaging in an illicit relationship with her teenage stepson, a scandal that has rocked the medical community.
Reeves' Tax Raid Backfires: Govt Staffing Hits Record High
Exclusive analysis reveals central government and NHS vacancies hit unprecedented levels despite Labour's promised employment crackdown, raising serious questions about the Chancellor's strategy.
Met Police detective cleared in beach sex misconduct probe
A Metropolitan Police detective has been exonerated following a high-profile internal investigation into allegations of engaging in sexual activity on a Dorset beach. The officer, suspended since July 2023, has been cleared of all gross misconduct charges
Public Officials Face Jail in New UK Misconduct Law
A landmark new bill will introduce criminal sanctions, including imprisonment, for public officials who breach official codes of conduct, marking the UK's toughest-ever anti-corruption measure.
Two Cleveland Police officers sacked for gross misconduct
Two Cleveland Police officers have been dismissed for gross misconduct after a disciplinary panel found them guilty of multiple professional standard breaches, including unauthorised database searches.
Barrister Ben Stokes Disbarred for Professional Misconduct
Prominent barrister Ben Stokes has been disbarred by a disciplinary tribunal for serious professional misconduct, including misleading his chambers and failing to repay a £25,000 loan, ending his legal career.
Nine Metropolitan Police Officers Suspended in Misconduct Probe
Exclusive: Nine Metropolitan Police officers suspended amid serious misconduct allegations, raising fresh concerns about standards and accountability in Britain's largest police force.
Barclays Chief Urges Cap on Public Sector Pay Rises
Barclays CEO C.S. Venkatakrishnan calls for restraint in public sector wage increases to curb inflation, warning of economic consequences without fiscal discipline.
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.
Police officer in affair with boss and drug kingpin avoids hearing
A 25-year-old rookie Metropolitan Police officer, who had an affair with her married boss and later dated a convicted drug kingpin, has avoided a misconduct hearing after resigning from the force.
MPs Poised for Inflation-Busting £7,000 Pay Rise
British MPs are in line for a significant £7,000 pay increase, lifting their salaries to over £91,000, as recommended by the independent watchdog IPSA. This inflation-linked rise comes amidst a backdrop of sluggish wage growth and widespread industrial di
Hertfordshire Police Officer Sacked for Racist Remarks
A Hertfordshire police constable has been sacked after being found guilty of gross misconduct for making racist and offensive comments about a colleague. The disciplinary panel heard the remarks were recorded without the officer's knowledge.
Police Officer Dismissed Over Victim Relationship
A Hertfordshire constable has been fired for gross misconduct after forming an improper relationship with a domestic abuse victim he was assigned to protect.
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