Reeves unveils plan to tackle UK worker shortage crisis
Shadow Chancellor announces ambitious strategy to get millions back into work, addressing skills gaps and economic inactivity with comprehensive support measures.
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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.
UK to roll out 'red carpet' for skilled foreign workers
The UK Government is poised to implement a major post-Brexit immigration overhaul, introducing a 'red carpet' service for businesses to hire foreign workers in key sectors, effectively ending the freedom of movement for low-skilled EU labour.
Apprenticeship Crisis: 46% Plunge in England Training Starts
New data reveals a dramatic 46% plunge in apprenticeship starts in England, presenting a major skills challenge for the incoming Labour government as employers abandon the system.
Labour MP Accuses Starmer of Purging Left-Wing Members
Norwich South MP Clive Lewis launches a scathing attack on Keir Starmer's leadership, alleging a systematic purge of left-wing voices and comparing the party's internal culture to that under Peter Mandelson.
Labour's Deputy Leadership Race: Candidates Confirmed
The contest to become Labour's next deputy leader is heating up. Get the full lowdown on the confirmed candidates, their platforms, and the critical timeline for this pivotal internal election.
Bell Ribeiro-Addy Launches Bid for Labour Deputy Leader
Labour MP Bell Ribeiro-Addy announces a radical bid for deputy leader, promising to champion party democracy, grassroots voices, and a clear break from establishment politics.
Labour's Next Deputy Leader: The Race Begins
The contest to become the next Labour Deputy Leader is officially on. Discover the frontrunners, the key policy battlegrounds, and what it means for the future of Keir Starmer's government.
Labour plans international NHS recruitment to tackle staff shortages
Exclusive: Labour considers international recruitment strategy from Australia, Canada, and US to address critical NHS shortages, aiming to reduce reliance on expensive agency staff.
Labour Civil War: Starmer and Rayner Face Left-Wing Fury
Sir Keir Starmer and Angela Rayner face a major rebellion from the Labour left after a controversial decision to block left-wing candidates from standing for Parliament, sparking accusations of a 'purge' and threatening party unity.
UK Car Production Crashes to Lowest Level Since 1980s
UK car manufacturing output nosedived in 2023, hitting a multi-decade low. Brexit trade barriers and a crippling global semiconductor shortage are blamed for the steepest annual decline in production since the 1980s.
UK Beer Crisis: Pint Prices Set to Soar on Hops Shortage
British pub-goers face a bitter blow as a severe European hops shortage, worsened by extreme weather, threatens to push beer prices to record highs next summer. Brewers warn of a perfect storm of poor harvests and rising production costs.
Sydney, Melbourne Property Listings Hit 10-Year Low
Australia's property crisis deepens as new data reveals house listings in Sydney and Melbourne have hit a 10-year low, creating a fiercely competitive market for buyers and driving prices upward.
Children killed fetching water in Gaza strike
A tragic Israeli airstrike in Gaza claims the lives of children and adults collecting water. The attack highlights the dire humanitarian crisis and ongoing conflict in the region.
LA's Olympic Housing Crisis: Mansions for Tourists, Evictions for Locals
Exclusive investigation reveals how wealthy tourists are being offered multi-million dollar Los Angeles mansions for the 2028 Olympics, sparking outrage over housing shortages and potential resident evictions.
Drought reveals submerged 19th-century bridge in Yorkshire
A historic 19th-century bridge, normally submerged, has been fully exposed at Broomhead Reservoir in South Yorkshire as water levels plummet due to prolonged drought conditions, revealing a piece of forgotten industrial heritage.
Crane Operator Job Ad Offering £3,000/Week Goes Viral
A job advertisement for a crane operator in Australia offering a staggering $6,000 AUD (£3,100) per week has gone viral, sparking a fierce debate about skilled labour shortages, wage inflation, and the cost of living crisis.
Quarter of English schools lack a physics teacher
Exclusive data reveals a deepening shortage of qualified physics teachers in England, with a quarter of secondary schools lacking a specialist, threatening the future of UK science and engineering.
Australia's Rental Nightmare: 42 Tenants Per Property
A perfect storm of soaring immigration and plummeting construction has ignited an unprecedented rental crisis across Australia, with desperate tenants now facing off against dozens of competitors for a single home.
700,000 GCSE Students Lack Physics Teachers in UK Crisis
A severe shortage of specialist physics teachers is leaving hundreds of thousands of GCSE students without proper instruction, threatening the UK's future in science and technology.
UK's back-to-school crisis: Teacher shortages and soaring costs
Exclusive analysis reveals the deepening crisis in England's schools as families grapple with severe teacher vacancies, budget cuts, and mounting hidden education costs this September.
Panama Canal Crisis: Drought Forces Major Shipping Cuts
The Panama Canal Authority slashes daily vessel crossings to just 18 amid worst drought in over a century, triggering global shipping delays and economic concerns.
Sushi Ginger Shortage As Peru Crop Fails
A severe ginger shortage, triggered by devastating weather in Peru, is threatening the iconic pink pickled slivers served with sushi worldwide, forcing restaurants to ration supplies and consider alternatives.
Winter Hosepipe Ban Threat as UK Reservoir Levels Plummet
Britain faces an unprecedented winter hosepipe ban as experts warn reservoir levels are critically low. Discover why recent rainfall isn't enough and what restrictions households may face.
Benidorm's Beer Crisis: Bars Run Dry Despite Tourist Boom
Benidorm's legendary bars and pubs are grappling with a severe shortage of beer, wine, and Prosecco this summer, despite a surge in British tourists. Discover the supply chain chaos hitting Spain's costas.
NHS Flu Vaccine Shortage Puts Women & Children at Risk
Exclusive: The NHS faces a critical shortage of the enhanced flu vaccine, prioritising vulnerable groups and leaving millions of women and children with limited protection this winter. Health officials issue stark warning.
Bluey Toy Shortage Sparks UK Christmas Parent Panic
UK parents face a festive nightmare as the Bluey 'Keepy Uppy' playset sells out nationwide. Discover why this Australian cartoon character has become this year's impossible-to-find Christmas toy.
NHS Crisis: Critical Shortage of Ozempic and Weight-Loss Jabs
Exclusive: Medical experts warn of a deepening postcode lottery and a surge in the illegal black market for weight-loss jabs as NHS England struggles with supply and soaring demand for GLP-1 drugs.
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