Scottish Government performs dramatic tax U-turn
Deputy First Minister John Swinney abandons key election pledge as Scottish Government announces income tax increases in major policy reversal, breaking SNP manifesto commitment.
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Civil servants forced into independence paper meetings
Scottish Government officials have been compelled to attend multiple meetings to accelerate work on a new independence prospectus, sparking concerns about civil service neutrality and taxpayer resources being used for constitutional campaigning.
UK Sick Leave Crisis: 44% More Workers Off Ill
Britain faces a growing workplace health crisis as long-term sickness absence soars, with business leaders warning of economic consequences and calling for urgent government action.
UK worklessness crisis to cost employers £6bn yearly
A shocking new report reveals British businesses must invest £6 billion yearly to tackle the growing worklessness epidemic, with mental health support and flexible working at the forefront of the solution.
AI targets working-class jobs first, research reveals
New research reveals artificial intelligence is disproportionately impacting working-class occupations, with ChatGPT and similar technologies transforming Britain's employment landscape.
Rangers and Celtic clash over VAR and refereeing standards
Explosive fallout as Rangers and Celtic clash over refereeing standards after dramatic League Cup semi-final, with VAR at the centre of the storm.
Walmart CEO: AI Threatens American Jobs
Walmart's chief executive warns that artificial intelligence will fundamentally transform the American job market, with significant implications for employment across multiple sectors.
Scotland's NHS overhaul doomed without staffing fix
Medical leaders sound alarm over Scottish Government's latest NHS recovery plan, warning that without tackling the staffing catastrophe, the health service faces irreversible decline. Exclusive analysis reveals why current proposals fall dangerously short
St Mirren's steel proves substance beats sexy football
Discover how St Mirren FC is redefining success in Scottish football with their gritty, determined approach that proves substance often trumps style in the beautiful game.
Britain's Youth Job Crisis: Skills Gap Leaves Generation Behind
New research reveals a deepening crisis in Britain's job market as young workers struggle with inadequate training and rising unemployment, creating a 'lost generation' in the workforce.
Gen Z Abandoning Office Jobs: The Real Reason
A seismic shift is underway as Generation Z workers abandon traditional office jobs in favour of flexible work, better mental health and authentic company values. Discover why Britain's youngest professionals are rewriting the rulebook on employment.
SNP leadership crisis as John Swinney faces internal rebellion
Exclusive: Senior SNP figures challenge John Swinney's leadership as party faces critical questions about independence strategy and policy direction amid growing internal tensions.
Swinney rules out Scottish income tax increases
SNP leader John Swinney makes significant commitment to Scottish taxpayers, pledging no further income tax increases while challenging Labour's economic plans ahead of Westminster election.
Britain's Worklessness Crisis: 9 Million Missing Workers
Exclusive analysis reveals how Britain's worklessness crisis has exploded to unprecedented levels, with nearly 9 million people now economically inactive. Discover the hidden drivers behind this national emergency and what it means for our economy.
Amazon, UPS and Target Slash Thousands of Jobs
In a dramatic start to 2024, retail and logistics giants including Amazon, UPS and Target announce significant workforce reductions, signalling ongoing economic turbulence.
Rodgers: Falkirk Not Ready for Scottish Premiership
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has emphatically dismissed Falkirk's chances of competing in the Scottish Premiership, questioning their quality despite their League One dominance.
Amazon axes hundreds more UK jobs in new cuts
Amazon continues its global workforce reduction with significant cuts to its UK operations, affecting hundreds of employees across multiple divisions including its streaming and Alexa teams.
Amazon axes hundreds in tech teams amid AI shift
Amazon confirms major job cuts across AWS and physical stores technology divisions, signalling strategic shift toward AI-driven operations and cost optimisation.
SNP accused of treating Scottish voters with contempt
Explosive revelations show SNP ministers have consistently prioritised independence over pressing public concerns, leaving Scottish voters feeling betrayed and ignored after years of empty promises.
Scottish Tax Gap Crisis: Business Leaders Sound Alarm
Industry experts warn Scotland's tax competitiveness is at risk as the revenue gap with the rest of the UK fails to narrow, despite temporary relief measures for businesses facing new tariffs.
Amazon plans 30,000 UK job cuts in major restructuring
Amazon announces sweeping workforce reductions affecting up to 30,000 positions across its UK operations, marking one of the largest corporate downsizing efforts in recent British business history.
Ronnie Sim: Scottish Political Titan Dies at 86
The political world mourns Ronnie Sim, the formidable Scottish Labour politician whose strategic brilliance and unwavering principles shaped modern Scottish politics and the devolution settlement.
AI Skills Gap Threatens UK Workforce Competitiveness
New research reveals nearly half of UK workers lack essential AI skills as artificial intelligence transforms the employment landscape. Discover which industries face the biggest challenges and what this means for Britain's economic future.
Scottish Labour: NHS Will Never Be Sold Off
Anas Sarwar makes bold commitment to protect Scotland's NHS from privatisation, drawing clear dividing lines with political opponents ahead of crucial elections.
Women Redefine Success: The End of 'Having It All'
New research reveals how women are rejecting the exhausting 'superwoman' ideal and creating their own definitions of career success and work-life balance in today's workforce.
Scottish Government Admits Minister Absence From Holyrood
Angela Constance admits Scottish ministers have been absent from parliament debates as opposition parties demand better accountability from the SNP government.
Gen Z's workplace confidence crisis revealed
New research reveals three-quarters of young Britons lack confidence in workplace skills, with many fearing they're 'not cut out' for traditional employment structures.
Jeremy Corbyn eyes Scottish Parliament comeback
Exclusive: Jeremy Corbyn is reportedly considering a dramatic return to frontline politics by standing for election to the Scottish Parliament, with Green co-leader Patrick Harvie suggesting the former Labour leader could be a 'formidable voice' for progr
Scotland's Five-Year SNP Rule Continues as Labour Falters
Exclusive analysis reveals how Scotland faces five more years of nationalist rule as Starmer's Labour fails to mount effective opposition. The political stalemate continues despite growing public discontent.
Amazon deploys 750,000 robots as human jobs decline
Exclusive investigation reveals Amazon has deployed over 750,000 robots while cutting frontline jobs, raising urgent questions about automation's impact on employment.
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