UK unemployment crisis: Causes and consequences
The UK job market faces mounting challenges as unemployment rises. Explore the causes, economic fallout, and political responses shaping the future of work.
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Starmer faces backlash over £28bn green pledge U-turn
Labour leader Keir Starmer has been sent an urgent letter by MPs demanding clarity on his controversial decision to scrap the party’s flagship £28bn green investment pledge. Backbenchers express frustration over mixed messaging and policy confusion.
UK Labour Market Cools—Slowdown, Not Collapse
The UK labour market shows signs of cooling, but experts reassure it's a controlled slowdown rather than a collapse. What does this mean for jobs and wages?
Labour's Smith & Cooper campaign in Malvern
Prominent Labour figures Jacqui Smith and Yvette Cooper visited Malvern to bolster local campaign efforts, emphasising the party's commitment to key policies under Keir Starmer's leadership.
UK's baffling hiring crisis explained
A puzzling trend in the UK job market: businesses face hiring challenges while unemployment remains high. What's behind this mismatch?
Labour tax plans threaten Middle England, warns Badenoch
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch accuses Labour of plotting tax hikes that could hit Middle England hard, as political tensions over economic policy escalate.
UK hiring intentions hit record low amid rising costs
British businesses are scaling back hiring plans to the lowest levels on record, citing rising employment costs and economic uncertainty.
Scottish Labour criticised over Netanyahu meeting
Scottish Labour has sparked controversy after meeting with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, drawing criticism from within the party and beyond. Keir Starmer's leadership is under scrutiny as tensions rise.
Gold Soars as Trump Tariffs Spark Market Turmoil
Gold prices hit record highs as investors seek safe havens following Trump's proposed tariffs on Chinese imports. The FTSE 100 shows mixed reactions amid global market uncertainty.
UK cities where property prices are falling fastest
Exclusive analysis reveals the UK cities experiencing the sharpest drops in property prices. Is your area on the list?
UK house prices surge at fastest rate since 2024
New data from Halifax reveals UK house prices rose at the sharpest annual rate in over a year this July, defying economic headwinds. What's driving the market?
Halifax: UK house prices drop 4.1%, steepest fall since 2009
Halifax has recorded the sharpest annual decline in UK house prices since 2009, with Northern Ireland and Wales hit hardest. Experts weigh in on the market's future.
Labour's Leadership Evolution: Kinnock to Starmer
A deep dive into the transformative leadership styles of Labour Party leaders from Neil Kinnock to Keir Starmer, and how each has influenced the party's direction.
US house prices plummet in major cities
Property markets in key US cities are seeing significant price declines amid rising mortgage rates and economic uncertainty. Find out which areas are hardest hit.
Starmer leads tributes to late Labour stalwart Lord Sawyer
Labour leader Keir Starmer and political figures across the spectrum honour the legacy of Lord Tom Sawyer, a key architect of New Labour, following his passing at 74.
Australia's unexpected property market star revealed
A little-known Australian property market is defying expectations, emerging as the nation's top performer. Discover the surprising location and factors driving its growth.
Jess Phillips on Women’s Unpaid Labour Crisis
Labour MP Jess Phillips highlights the staggering impact of unpaid labour on women, calling for systemic change to address gender inequality in household responsibilities.
UK 'grew fat on women’s unpaid labour' – Jess Phillips
Labour MP Jess Phillips argues that the UK has economically benefited from women's unpaid domestic work, calling for systemic change to address gender inequality.
Corbyn: Labour Can't Silence the Left
Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has issued a stark warning to the current leadership, accusing them of sidelining left-wing voices. The rift deepens as MPs like Zarah Sultana and Rachel Reeves clash over the party's direction.
Labour MPs demand Corbyn's expulsion
Labour MPs, including Rachel Reeves and Zarah Sultana, call for Jeremy Corbyn's expulsion following controversial remarks, deepening internal party divisions.
US job growth slows as labour market cools
The latest US jobs report reveals slower employment growth in October, signalling a cooling labour market amid economic uncertainty. What does this mean for the Federal Reserve's next move?
Starmer faces Labour revolt over Palestine policy
Labour leader Keir Starmer is under fire from both MPs and activists as his stance on recognising a Palestinian state sparks controversy. With tensions rising within the party, could this issue derail Labour's unity ahead of the next election?
Starmer's Labour: Future vs Attlee's Legacy
As Keir Starmer reshapes Labour's vision, experts argue the party must focus on the future rather than romanticising its past under Clement Attlee.
California wage hike linked to 10,000 fast-food job losses
New research suggests California's $20 fast-food wage law may have cost thousands of jobs, sparking debate about the real impact of minimum wage increases.
Florida's condo crisis: 5 critical danger factors
Experts warn of a potential catastrophe in Florida's condo market as five key factors converge, threatening a repeat of the Surfside tragedy. Discover the chilling predictions and what it means for homeowners.
Labour MPs rebel over Palestinian state demand
Labour leader Keir Starmer faces internal revolt as MPs demand immediate recognition of a Palestinian state, challenging party unity ahead of key elections.
Labour's Reynolds denies anti-business claims
Labour's Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds refutes claims that the party is anti-business, highlighting pro-growth policies and collaboration with industry leaders.
Labour MP slams Starmer for abandoning socialist principles
Labour MP Zarah Sultana delivers a scathing assessment of Keir Starmer’s leadership, accusing the party of abandoning its socialist roots. Could this signal a deeper rift within Labour?
Labour MPs clash over Corbyn's future in party
Labour MPs Peter Kyle and Zarah Sultana have publicly disagreed over Jeremy Corbyn's role in the party, exposing deepening rifts within Labour ranks.
Labour's Reynolds defends Gaza stance amid party tensions
Shadow Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds defends Labour's position on Gaza, sparking internal debate as Keir Starmer's leadership faces scrutiny.
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