Huge Birmingham Factory Fire: 80 Firefighters Battle Blaze
A massive fire has torn through a factory on the Tyseley Industrial Estate in Birmingham. Nearly 80 firefighters are on the scene. Residents urged to stay away.
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Huge Fire at Birmingham Factory, 80 Firefighters Battle Blaze
A massive fire tore through a factory on the Tyseley Industrial Estate in Birmingham. Nearly 80 firefighters tackled the inferno. Residents urged to stay away.
Birmingham bin strike hits one-year anniversary
Birmingham's refuse strike enters its second year with no end in sight. Workers face £8,000 pay cuts as rubbish piles up and rats swarm streets. Read the latest.
Birmingham bin strike hits one-year mark with no end in sight
Birmingham's refuse workers mark one year of strike action, with union resolve 'rock solid' against council restructuring plans that could cost staff £8,000 a year. See the latest.
Bromley parking wardens strike for four days over pay
Civil Enforcement Officers in Bromley, London, launch a four-day strike over 'poverty wages', halting the issuance of parking fines. The GMB Union demands a resolution from APCOA and the council.
Four Scottish universities face strike threat over job cuts
Lecturers at Aberdeen, Stirling, Heriot-Watt and Strathclyde universities are voting on industrial action over proposed budget cuts and compulsory redundancies. Ballots open this week.
New Year's Eve Strikes at Westminster and DLR
Security staff at the Palace of Westminster and DLR cleaners will strike on 31 December 2025 in separate pay disputes, capping a year of industrial action. Read the full story.
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.
Dagenham Ford Strike: The Fight for Skill Recognition
The 1968 Dagenham Ford sewing machinists' strike was a landmark battle for recognising the skill and value of women's work, not just equal pay. Discover the untold story.
Birmingham bin strikes create festive waste crisis
Birmingham's bin strike crisis continues as Christmas waste rots on streets. Residents describe 'hellish' conditions with no end in sight for the year-long industrial action.
Unison's Egan warns against swapping Starmer for Streeting
New Unison chief Andrea Egan declares an end to backing Labour's right wing, warning against a Streeting leadership. She criticises his stance on strikes and calls for action on Palestine.
Unison's New Boss: No More Propping Up Hostile Politicians
Newly elected Unison General Secretary Andrea Egan pledges a radical shift, vowing the union will no longer back Labour politicians who attack workers like Wes Streeting.
Flu hospital admissions hit record high, NHS on high alert
Flu patients in NHS hospitals in England surged by 18% last week, reaching an all-time high for this time of year. Health chiefs warn the service is 'nowhere near out of the woods' as industrial action continues.
Junior doctors begin five-day strike in England
NHS junior doctors in England have begun a five-day walkout after pay talks with the government collapsed. The strike comes during a challenging flu season, adding pressure to health services.
Junior doctors launch five-day strike in England
NHS faces five-day strike by junior doctors after pay talks collapse. Health Secretary Wes Streeting failed to reach a deal with the BMA. The industrial action continues until Monday morning.
NHS warns doctor strike impact will last into January
Health leaders warn the five-day resident doctor strike in England will disrupt NHS services into the new year. Ministers urge mediation as flu cases rise.
Exploring Somerset's derelict ironworks and its hidden history
Discover the hidden story of a derelict Somerset ironworks, where nature reclaims factory floors and a new information panel reveals the harsh lives of 19th-century toolmakers. A poignant exploration of industrial heritage.
NHS urges mediation to end junior doctors' strike
Health chiefs call for independent mediation to break the deadlock between Wes Streeting and junior doctors, as a five-day strike begins, causing widespread disruption to patient care.
Junior Doctors' Strike Could Drag On, History Warns
As junior doctors in England enter a critical phase of industrial action, analysis of past NHS pay disputes suggests this conflict may be protracted. Discover the historical parallels and what it means for the health service.
Streeting blasts 'self-indulgent' doctors' strike before Christmas
Health Secretary Wes Streeting slams BMA for proceeding with a five-day strike during a flu surge, warning of a 'very difficult Christmas' for the NHS. Read the full story.
Hull Trains drivers strike over sacking in fatigue dispute
Hull Trains drivers launch a 48-hour strike over the sacking of a colleague who reported fatigue. The union claims unfair dismissal, while the company cites a safety risk. Read the latest on this ongoing industrial action.
Skydiving strike grounds flights as AUKUS review delivered
Skydiving instructors take unprecedented strike action across the UK, halting jumps. Meanwhile, the government receives the crucial US review of the AUKUS submarine pact. Follow live updates.
Five-day NHS resident doctors' strike before Christmas
Resident doctors in England will stage a five-day walkout from 17-22 December in an ongoing dispute over pay and job security. The BMA warns the government must act to prevent further industrial action.
Agency workers join Birmingham bin strike action
Agency refuse workers in Birmingham join ongoing bin strikes over alleged bullying and harassment. Unite union warns dispute could continue beyond May elections.
Crisps shortage threat as factory workers vote to strike
Hula Hoops, McCoy's and Pom-Bears face potential shortages as KP Snacks staff in Billingham vote for industrial action in a pay dispute. Will your Christmas snacks be affected?
Junior Doctors to Vote on Extending Strike Mandate
English resident doctors will vote on extending their strike mandate for six months. A successful ballot could see industrial action continue until August 2026 amid disputes over pay and job security.
Streeting calls BMA 'impossible' in NHS dispute
Health Secretary Wes Streeting escalates dispute with doctors' union over GP contracts and industrial action. Read the latest on this NHS crisis.
BMA branded hypocritical over staff pay rise
The British Medical Association faces a formal pay dispute with its own staff after offering a 2% pay rise, while its doctors strike for 26%. Read the full story on the growing internal conflict.
Christmas rail strikes set to cause travel chaos
CrossCountry train services face major disruption as RMT union staff strike every Saturday in December over pay and staffing disputes. Plan your festive travel now.
NHS Doctors' Strike: A Clash of Perspectives
Retired consultant backs junior doctors' strike over decades of poor pay, while a serving paediatric consultant voices dissent. Explore the deep divide within the NHS.
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