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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.

Andrea Egan wins Unison leadership in surprise result

Andrea Egan has been elected as the new general secretary of Unison, the UK's largest trade union, defeating incumbent Christina McAnea. She will begin her five-year term next month. Read the full story.

Starmer loses union ally as Unison elects new leader

Labour leader Keir Starmer faces a major setback after left-wing candidate Andrea Egan won the Unison general secretary election, defeating incumbent Christina McAnea. Egan has vowed to review union funding for Labour.

Starmer faces blow as union ally fights for job

Sir Keir Starmer could lose a key ally as Christina McAnea battles to keep her role as Unison general secretary. The result could reshape Labour's power structures and funding. Read the full analysis.

Unite Union Threatens Historic Split from Labour Party

Labour's largest union donor, Unite, is reportedly discussing a formal split, citing 'broken promises' to workers. A historic disaffiliation could deliver a catastrophic blow to Keir Starmer's premiership.

School Staff Shortages Harm Education & Safety

A Unison survey finds 3 in 5 schools have fewer staff than last year, jeopardising children's education and safety. Urgent government funding needed to address this crisis.

CFMEU Officials Jailed for Bribery Scandal

Two former CFMEU officials sentenced for corruptly taking bribes. The union pledges to rebuild after this 'egregious breach of trust'. Read the full details.

HMRC worker refuses office return, blames union

A UK tax office worker's refusal to return to the office post-lockdown sparks legal battle, with union advice at the centre of the controversy. Exclusive details on the employment tribunal case.

Teamsters Union Endorses Trump in 2025 Election Shock

In a dramatic political shift, the powerful Teamsters union has thrown its support behind Donald Trump for the 2025 presidential election, creating shockwaves across the American political landscape.

NHS Pay Fury: Unions Threaten Winter Strike Action

Major healthcare unions have rejected the government's proposed 3% pay rise for NHS workers, branding it 'completely inadequate' and threatening coordinated strike action that could cripple health services this winter.

Eddie Jones returns as Japan rugby coach

Controversial coach Eddie Jones makes stunning comeback to Japanese rugby just months after walking away from Wallabies disaster during Autumn Nations Series.

Rail union boss's Las Vegas trip funded by members

RMT union leader Mick Lynch faces scrutiny after spending thousands on a Las Vegas conference and luxury hotel stays, funded by members' subscription fees during a cost of living crisis.

Oxford Union pays £25,000 for Trump Instagram post

The prestigious Oxford Union faces mounting criticism after paying £25,000 for an Instagram post featuring Donald Trump, sparking outrage among students and alumni over the controversial expenditure.

Cafe owner defies council over Union Jack mural

A Westminster cafe owner faces council pressure to remove a Union Flag mural despite local support, sparking debate about national pride and local authority overreach in central London.

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