Rayner's Employment Bill: Economic Threat Warning
Investment Minister Andrew Griffith sounds alarm over Labour's proposed employment reforms, claiming they could cripple UK business flexibility and economic recovery.
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Supermarkets battle to hire autistic volunteer after mum's plea
In an extraordinary retail rivalry, Waitrose and Asda are competing to secure the services of 28-year-old Ben, an autistic volunteer, after his mother's emotional appeal went viral. Discover how this bittersweet employment battle is changing perceptions a
Hershey Spa worker sues over transgender locker room policy
A Pennsylvania spa employee has launched a federal lawsuit against The Hotel Hershey, alleging religious discrimination after being disciplined for objecting to transgender access to female changing facilities.
US Senate Passes Landmark Essential Workers Bill
In a historic move, the US Senate has approved the Essential Workers Bill, granting new protections and benefits to frontline employees who kept America running during the pandemic. Discover how this legislation will transform workers' rights.
Unions gain weekly workplace access right
Trade unions secure landmark legal right to enter workplaces weekly for recruitment and organising, as business groups warn of productivity disruption and increased tensions.
ASDA hires autistic man let go by Waitrose after years volunteering
In a powerful move for workplace inclusion, ASDA has hired an autistic man who was unexpectedly released by Waitrose after years of dedicated volunteering, sparking important conversations about neurodiversity in retail.
Lords revolt over Human Rights Act replacement
Leading legal experts and human rights organisations condemn government plans to scrap Human Rights Act, warning of dangerous consequences for British justice system
Mini manager sues over boss's offensive pocket dial
A senior Mini Cooper manager is taking legal action against BMW after accidentally receiving a voicemail from her boss containing offensive remarks about her parenting and disabled child's sleeping arrangements.
UK bill grants legal rights to nature
A revolutionary bill introduced in Parliament could transform Britain's environmental protection by granting ecosystems legal personhood rights, following global precedents.
Apple and Google face UK employment tribunal claims
Tech giants Apple and Google confront employment tribunal claims from former UK employees alleging systematic discrimination and unfair dismissal practices.
Fair Work Commission slams Perth employer for wage theft
Western Australia's Fair Work Commission uncovers systematic underpayment of Perth worker, exposing deliberate wage theft and compliance failures in shocking employment case.
Martin Lewis slams 'ridiculous' money-saving email scam
Money Saving Expert founder issues urgent warning over dangerous financial advice circulating online, revealing how to spot genuine opportunities from scams.
Waitrose sacks autistic worker for family assistance
Supermarket giant Waitrose faces backlash after dismissing an autistic employee for seeking family assistance during stressful shifts, sparking outrage over disability discrimination.
Woolworths slammed over 'dystopian' job application process
A young job seeker's shocking experience with Woolworths' automated hiring system has gone viral, revealing what critics call a 'dehumanising' and overly complex application process that's leaving applicants frustrated and empty-handed.
Autistic man's unpaid Waitrose work sparks fury
A 21-year-old autistic man has been working unpaid at Waitrose for 18 months through a government scheme, raising serious questions about disability employment rights and exploitation.
Amazon Faces Discrimination Lawsuit Over Racist Work Environment
The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission files lawsuit against Amazon, alleging Black and Hispanic workers faced systemic discrimination and retaliation at New York and Colorado facilities.
McVey: Prisoners should never get vote
Cabinet Office Minister Esther McVey faces backlash after announcing legislation to permanently ban prisoners from voting, defying European Court rulings and igniting human rights debates.
Westpac ordered to allow work-from-home in landmark case
In a landmark employment decision, Westpac banking group has been ordered to allow flexible working arrangements after a senior employee won her case against returning to the office full-time. Discover how this ruling could reshape workplace policies acro
US unions stage "No Kings" protests against Trump
Labour unions across the United States stage coordinated protests against Donald Trump's administration, invoking revolutionary-era rhetoric in defence of workers' rights and democratic norms.
Transgender man wins landmark pregnancy rights case
In a groundbreaking legal decision, a transgender man has won his appeal after the High Court ruled that wanting to conceive and carry a baby is not incompatible with living as a man. This landmark case sets a significant precedent for transgender rights
Manager sued after missing congratulatory WhatsApp message
A London property manager is taking her former employer to an employment tribunal, alleging discrimination after being dismissed for failing to send a congratulatory WhatsApp message on the company's one-year anniversary.
Major UK retailers fined for minimum wage violations
Exclusive investigation reveals how prominent British companies including Holland & Barrett and British Gas systematically underpaid thousands of workers, resulting in substantial government fines and back-pay settlements.
Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act
In a landmark ruling, the US Supreme Court has fundamentally weakened the Voting Rights Act, raising alarm about minority voter protections and the future of electoral fairness in America.
MPs back bill putting rail passengers first by law
Conservative MP Greg Smith's groundbreaking bill passes crucial Commons stage, mandating passenger welfare as primary duty for rail operators across Britain.
Workers file £3.5bn lawsuit as shares crash
Thousands of former employees file massive lawsuit against corporate bosses after being made redundant while executives cashed in lucrative bonuses, causing company shares to crash dramatically.
MPs pass bill for automatic rail delay compensation
Commons approves groundbreaking legislation forcing rail operators to compensate passengers for severe delays and cancellations, marking a major shift in consumer protection.
Colombia court protects Afro-indigenous community in Bogotá
In a historic decision, Colombia's highest court has intervened to protect the ancestral rights of an Afro-indigenous community facing displacement from their spiritual heartland in the nation's capital.
Newsom signs AB7, reshaping California worker classification
Governor Gavin Newsom signs landmark AB7 legislation, creating seismic changes to California's employment landscape and sparking intense debate about worker classification.
Property manager sued over congratulatory WhatsApp message
A London property manager is being sued for discrimination after sending a WhatsApp message congratulating an employee on their work anniversary, in a landmark employment case that could redefine workplace communications.
Pensioner's £1,850 plumbing bill shock
A 74-year-old woman from Hertfordshire faces financial shock after being charged £1,850 for a simple pipe repair. The plumbing company's staggering invoice has sparked outrage and warnings for homeowners.
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