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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.

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.

350 jobs at risk as NSK plans factory closures

Japanese car parts maker NSK plans to close two County Durham factories, putting 350 jobs at risk. The union Unite calls it a 'betrayal' of workers. Read the full story.

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.

JLR refutes government's £15bn support claims

Jaguar Land Rover challenges ministers' assertions about accessing £15bn support package, revealing only £2.5bn was actually drawn in high-stakes automotive industry dispute.

GM axes 2,300 jobs in Michigan and Ohio plants

General Motors announces massive layoffs across key US manufacturing plants, citing production adjustments for slower-selling vehicles and the industry's rapid shift toward electric vehicles.

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.

Labour's Brexit Rebellion: Starmer Under Pressure

Sir Keir Starmer confronts mounting pressure from Labour MPs and members to embrace single market membership, exposing deep party divisions over Britain's future relationship with Europe.

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.

Ferrari cuts UK cars as wealthy flee tax raids

Luxury car manufacturer Ferrari dramatically reduces British allocations as high-net-worth buyers relocate abroad following Labour's proposed tax increases on luxury goods and non-doms.

California's bold bid to unionise workers nationwide

California launches unprecedented campaign to unionise workers across multiple states, sparking fierce debate about workers' rights versus business interests in America's evolving labour landscape.

Labour rift: Burnham blocks Gwynne from stepping aside

Explosive internal rift rocks Labour as Mayor Andy Burnham intervenes to prevent MP Andrew Gwynne from stepping aside, defying Keir Starmer's leadership and exposing deep factional divides within the party.

Labour Ministers Quit in Liverpool Selection Row

Labour's election campaign faces turmoil as two senior shadow ministers, Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson, resign after being barred from standing in Liverpool. The dramatic move exposes deep internal tensions and raises questions about Keir Starmer's l

Sultana's Fiery Plea to Starmer: 'Give Us Our Party Back'

Labour MP Zarah Sultana delivers a blistering attack on Keir Starmer's leadership, accusing him of purging the left and betraying the party's core values. In a defiant conference speech, she demands the return of a member-led Labour Party.

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