A surprising economic shift is underway as UK service sector wages for baristas, bartenders, and hotel staff surge past traditional white-collar roles, driven by post-pandemic demand and a tight labour market.
A critical examination of the bold financial predictions made by AI evangelists. Are we heading for a tech revolution or a speculative bubble? Experts weigh in on the potential economic reality.
The GMB union has rejected the government's proposed 3.9% pay increase for NHS workers, branding it a 'real-terms pay cut' that fails to address the cost-of-living crisis and staff exodus.
The UK faces an 'autumn of discontent' as a perfect storm of pay disputes threatens to bring the nation's essential services to a standstill with coordinated strikes from unions representing doctors, teachers, and transport workers.
UK supermarket bosses warn Chancellor Rachel Reeves' planned business tax reforms could force significant price increases, dealing fresh blow to British living standards amid cost-of-living crisis.
In a major boost for the UK economy, a key business survey reveals the fastest growth in private sector output in nine months. Driven by strong demand in the dominant services sector, the S&P Global/CIPS flash PMI surged to 53.3, signalling robust expansi
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting is embroiled in a major row after unions and medical professionals demand he 'comes clean' on plans to use private healthcare providers within the NHS, raising fears of a move towards American-style healthcare.
The UK government has announced an extension of business rates relief for pubs and breweries, offering a lifeline to struggling venues facing soaring energy and operational costs.
Exploring the untapped potential of construction careers in the UK and why the sector must evolve to attract and retain skilled workers.
Leading UK universities are attracting a disproportionate number of students, leaving lower-ranked institutions struggling to survive. Experts warn of potential mergers or closures as the higher education sector faces a deepening crisis.
A major UK chicken restaurant chain has filed for bankruptcy, sending shockwaves through the competitive fast-food sector. Here's how it could affect your favourite meals.
Centrica, the parent company of British Gas, has acquired a £1.5bn gas terminal in a bold move signalling continued reliance on fossil fuels despite the green energy transition.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting faces backlash from the British Medical Association as NHS pay negotiations reach boiling point. Experts warn of deepening workforce crisis.
The UK economy expanded by 0.4% in the second quarter of 2024, marking a modest recovery after earlier stagnation. Key sectors like services and production drove growth, though challenges remain.
Australia's largest lender, Commonwealth Bank, posts a historic $10.2bn cash profit amid rising interest rates, sparking debate over banking sector accountability.
A former Robodebt whistleblower shares their harrowing experience of retaliation and explains why stronger protections for those who expose wrongdoing are crucial.
A cross-party group of MPs warns that private firms are profiting at the expense of NHS patients, calling for stricter regulations to safeguard public healthcare.
Tesla, led by Elon Musk, has submitted an application to supply electricity to UK households, marking a bold move into Britain's energy sector.
The House of Commons' top official enjoys a staggering £750,000 annual remuneration, with an additional £900,000 added to their pension pot over two years, sparking outrage amid economic struggles.
A finance worker reveals his daily cocaine habit before work, exposing the dark side of high-pressure jobs and the hidden drug culture in corporate environments.
Controversial Australian politician Pauline Hanson alleges international students are taking local jobs and avoiding taxes, igniting a fiery debate on immigration and education policies.
David Black, CEO of Ofwat, steps down as the water sector faces intense scrutiny over performance and environmental concerns.
Experts warn that rose-tinted views of the past are skewing public perception of ongoing NHS strikes, with emotional biases clouding rational debate about healthcare reforms.
Labour leader Keir Starmer is under mounting pressure from business leaders to abolish the controversial tourist tax, which they claim is harming the UK's retail and hospitality sectors.
BP initiates a comprehensive cost-cutting review following record quarterly profits of £17.7bn, sparking debate over energy sector windfalls.
BP reveals strategic cost reductions while increasing shareholder dividends, as the energy giant navigates market volatility and shifting consumer demands.
Ofwat is probing £13m in payments made to Yorkshire Water CEO Nicola Shaw via an offshore parent company, raising concerns over transparency and executive pay in the utilities sector.
The UK beauty industry faces potential job losses as Labour's proposed tax increases threaten businesses already struggling with rising costs.
KPMG UK has come under fire after a senior executive made contentious remarks about banks, sparking outrage and calls for accountability. Here’s the full story.
Thousands of NHS doctors and nurses are set to walk out in a new wave of strikes as pay negotiations collapse, threatening further disruption to patient care.