Labour U-turns on day-one workers' rights pledge
Labour government drops manifesto commitment for day-one unfair dismissal protection, now requiring six months' service. Business groups welcome change while unions express disappointment.
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Labour U-turns on day-one unfair dismissal plans
The UK government abandons day-one unfair dismissal protection, opting for a six-month qualifying period. Find out how this impacts workers and businesses.
Ex-police sergeant pays £12k after failed discrimination case
Former Met Police sergeant Sonny Kalar ordered to pay £12,000 legal costs after employment tribunal dismisses all 271 discrimination allegations. Read the full ruling details.
Quit Your Job With No Notice? Expert Explains
A recruitment expert reveals the legal and financial consequences of quitting your job without notice. Discover your rights and what employers can and cannot do.
Labour's WFH plan risks 'years of litigation'
A House of Lords report warns Labour's right to work from home reforms could overwhelm tribunals with lawsuits over flexible working requests and home accidents.
UK Employers Face Hiring Crisis as Vacancies Soar
British businesses are grappling with an unprecedented employment crisis as job vacancies hit record highs while workers increasingly leave their roles, creating a perfect storm for employers across sectors.
Labour's employment rights bill transforms UK workplace
The Labour government's landmark employment rights bill promises the biggest shake-up of workplace protections in decades, challenging the Tory legacy and empowering British workers.
UK Government Launches Workplace Sickness Review
The British government has initiated a comprehensive independent review to tackle the growing workplace sickness absence crisis, with potential reforms to the controversial 'fit note' system and support for long-term ill employees.
Energy giants unite to prevent mass job losses
In a dramatic political intervention, renewable energy leaders have united with traditional oil and gas companies to demand urgent government action, warning that Britain faces devastating employment consequences without immediate policy support.
Half of inactive UK youth classified as disabled
Groundbreaking research reveals nearly 50% of young Britons not in work or education are officially classified as disabled, with mental health conditions being the primary factor. Experts warn of a growing crisis affecting a generation.
HMRC worker loses case over office return refusal
A tax office employee who refused to return to the workplace after Covid restrictions lifted has been ordered to repay thousands in a groundbreaking employment tribunal ruling that could set a precedent for flexible working disputes across Britain.
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.
Britain's professional middle class is being hollowed out
A seismic shift in Britain's class structure is underway as secure professional roles disappear, creating a new economic divide that threatens social mobility and stability.
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.
Hairdresser sought illegal migrants from Heathrow centre
Exclusive investigation reveals a London beauty salon attempted to hire illegal migrants from a Heathrow removal centre, raising serious questions about UK border control and employment vetting procedures.
Wetherspoon pays £25k for disability discrimination
JD Wetherspoon has been ordered to pay over £25,000 in compensation after a pub manager subjected an employee with cerebral palsy to humiliating treatment, in a landmark disability discrimination case.
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.
Council worker's tragic spiral after job disruptions revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals how a dedicated council employee's life unraveled after work disruptions led to devastating job loss, financial ruin and ultimate tragedy, as detailed in a recent inquest.
Rachel Reeves: Christmas job vacancies show major improvement
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces significant improvement in UK job vacancies as Labour's economic strategy shows early success ahead of Christmas season.
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.
Record low graduate student loan repayments revealed
New government data reveals a startling trend as the proportion of university graduates making student loan repayments hits unprecedented lows, sparking concerns about graduate employment and the sustainability of higher education funding.
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
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.
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.
NZ's Largest Strike: 300,000 Workers Walk Out
In an unprecedented display of unity, over 300,000 public sector workers across New Zealand have launched the country's largest-ever strike, demanding better pay and working conditions amid soaring inflation.
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.
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.
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