McDonald's workers protest closure after rat infestation
Dozens of Oakland McDonald's employees face job loss just before holidays after restaurant's permanent closure following viral rat infestation scandal. Workers demand transfers.
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Major Fire at Santa Lucia Hospital in Cartagena
A major fire has broken out at Santa Lucia hospital in Cartagena, Spain, with patients evacuated as flames spread across several floors. Follow for live updates.
UK Minimum Wage Rises to £12.71 for Millions
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a 4.1% minimum wage increase, benefiting 2.7 million workers. Young workers see the biggest rises as the government aims to improve living standards.
UK Minimum Wage Rises to £12.71 for Millions
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major minimum wage hike for 2.7 million workers from April 2025. Discover how the new rates will impact your pay.
Birmingham bin strike escalates with agency workers
Agency workers in Birmingham vote to join official bin strike picket lines from December 1, escalating the dispute over pay and jobs. Read the latest developments.
NHS phlebotomists strike for 236 days in pay dispute
Specialist blood-taking staff at Gloucestershire hospitals continue historic 236-day strike over pay grading dispute. Union demands fair recognition for skilled work. Read the full story.
Hundreds of NHS staff win improved terms after strike
Hundreds of low-paid NHS hospital staff secure better pay and conditions after strike action threat forces management to negotiate improved terms.
Doctor strike support dwindles as more work
Support for resident doctor strikes appears to be falling as more medics report for duty during the latest five-day walkout, say NHS leaders. Read the latest on this developing story.
Firm gives staff early Real Living Wage pay rise
Eland Cables implements the Real Living Wage months ahead of schedule, giving employees a financial boost for Christmas. Discover how this decision benefits staff and business.
Sewage spill floods Perth hospital in suspected sabotage
A disgruntled patient is suspected of sabotaging a Perth hospital, causing a sewage spill that flooded the emergency department. Discover the full story and its impact on patient care.
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.
Tube strikes cancelled after RMT pay deal agreement
London Underground workers have accepted a groundbreaking pay deal, ending threat of further Tube strikes. The RMT union's agreement brings 5% pay rise and includes major concessions on working conditions.
London Tube workers secure landmark three-year pay deal
RMT union members overwhelmingly accept transformative pay agreement with TfL, ending years of dispute and securing significant wage increases for London Underground staff.
BBC settles gender pay dispute with female presenter
The BBC has reached a confidential settlement with a female radio presenter in a significant gender pay discrimination case that threatened to expose the corporation's pay practices.
Strictly fans demand pay rise for Anton Du Beke
Strictly Come Dancing viewers are demanding Anton Du Beke receives a significant pay increase and permanent judge role following his brilliant performance standing in for Motsi Mabuse on the hit BBC show.
Mississippi firm accused of trafficking Mauritian workers
A US federal lawsuit alleges a Mississippi-based company engaged in human trafficking by bringing workers from Mauritius under false pretences and subjecting them to exploitative conditions in New Orleans hotels.
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.
Labour MP accuses government of betraying British workers
Shadow Minister delivers blistering critique of Conservative employment policies, claiming UK workers are being 'sold down the river' while government prioritises corporate interests over British jobs.
Claim Extra Holiday: Millions Owed 7 Days' Leave
Discover how UK employees might be entitled to an additional seven days of paid holiday and learn the simple steps to claim what you're owed.
Sydney hospital gas attack leaves man dead
A man has died and multiple patients were evacuated after a woman allegedly tampered with gas lines at two major Sydney hospitals, causing chaos and emergency lockdowns.
Home Office faces legal action over NI visa U-turn
The UK Home Office is confronting potential legal challenges after abruptly reversing visa decisions for Indian and Vietnamese workers in Northern Ireland, leaving families in limbo and raising questions about immigration policy consistency.
Germany recruits thousands of Romanian workers in Munich drive
Germany launches unprecedented recruitment campaign in Romania, aiming to fill thousands of skilled positions amid severe labour shortages across key industries.
Federal workers face pay anxiety as shutdown threat looms
Millions of US federal employees confront financial uncertainty as political brinkmanship threatens government shutdown, leaving families in limbo and essential services at risk.
Reeves announces minimum wage reforms in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces sweeping minimum wage reforms in her debut Budget, targeting job creation and economic growth through increased pay floors and business incentives.
US shutdown forces workers into risky loans
Hundreds of thousands of American federal employees face financial catastrophe as political deadlock triggers government shutdown, forcing workers to take out high-interest loans to survive.
US Government Shutdown Threatens Federal Worker Pay
Hundreds of thousands of American federal employees confront financial uncertainty as political gridlock threatens government shutdown, with Democrats pushing emergency legislation to protect worker pay.
US Senate Passes Landmark Essential Workers Bill
In a historic move, the US Senate has approved the Essential Workers Bill, granting new protections and benefits to frontline employees who kept America running during the pandemic. Discover how this legislation will transform workers' rights.
Strictly bosses offer Tess and Claudia pay rise to stay
BBC bosses scramble to secure Strictly Come Dancing's iconic presenting duo with improved contracts as internal changes threaten the show's future.
Amazon accused of discriminating against pregnant, disabled workers
The online retail giant Amazon is confronting serious legal allegations of systemic discrimination against pregnant and disabled warehouse employees at its New Jersey facilities, with federal investigators uncovering troubling workplace practices.
Fair Work Agency risks failure without proper funding
The UK's groundbreaking Fair Work Agency, designed to protect vulnerable workers from exploitation, faces collapse without adequate resources and staffing, according to a damning report from the Work Foundation.
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