Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
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Labour to impose VAT on private school fees
Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell confirms Labour will impose 20% VAT on private school fees, generating £1.6bn for state education while sparking fierce debate over educational choice and funding.
London business activity hits 13-month high
London's private sector surges with strongest growth in over a year, outpacing national average as business confidence soars across the capital.
US Private Sector Adds 150,000 Jobs in September
Fresh data reveals America's private sector employment continues to grow steadily despite economic headwinds, with services industries leading the charge in September's hiring spree.
Rachel Reeves accused of hypocrisy over landlord licences
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves accused of double standards after backing campaign against selective landlord licensing in her Leeds constituency while supporting similar schemes nationally.
Labour's landlord licensing plan to transform rental market
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils Labour's radical plan to overhaul private rental sector with mandatory licensing and crackdown on substandard housing.
Rachel Reeves landlord licence questions over rental property
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves under scrutiny for not having mandatory landlord licence for her London rental property, raising questions about Labour's private rental sector policies.
FAA probes near-collisions involving Trump's private jet
Exclusive: Federal Aviation Administration probes two serious air incidents involving Donald Trump's private aircraft at major US airports, raising aviation safety concerns.
NHS Embraces AI in Landmark Reform Plan
Labour's Shadow Health Secretary announces groundbreaking NHS reform plan leveraging private sector capacity and artificial intelligence to slash waiting times and transform patient care across Britain.
Reeves announces tax rises in first Labour budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces sweeping tax reforms in her debut budget, targeting private schools, non-doms and private equity in bid to rebuild Britain's economy.
Greens vote to abolish private landlords
The Green Party has sparked controversy by voting to phase out private landlords, proposing a 'right to buy' for tenants and rent controls in what critics call an assault on property rights.
Scottish Govt pushes 4-day week on private sector
Edinburgh University research reveals Scottish ministers are pressuring private businesses to adopt four-day working weeks without proper support, sparking industry concerns about economic impact.
Kids protest Labour's private school tax plan
Dozens of students and parents staged an emotional protest outside Labour's London headquarters, warning that the party's VAT on private schools could devastate family finances and overwhelm state education.
Labour could add VAT to private healthcare bills
Exclusive polling reveals public outrage as Labour considers imposing 20% VAT on private healthcare treatments, making medical care more expensive for millions of Britons.
Starmer's NHS Revolution: Private Sector Integration Announced
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces radical NHS overhaul with private sector integration and extended pharmacy services in landmark Labour conference speech.
UK Economy Stagnates as Construction Output Plummets
Britain's economic recovery hits a wall as construction output plummets 1.9% in April, wiping out service sector gains and raising Budget concerns for the Chancellor.
Labour's private healthcare VAT hits 8 million families
Rachel Reeves' plan to impose VAT on private medical treatments could cost families hundreds of pounds more annually, with experts warning it may overwhelm the NHS as patients return to public healthcare.
Labour unveils pay boost and reform for England's care sector
The Labour government announces transformative plans to tackle England's care crisis with significant pay increases and a new national negotiating body, marking the biggest reform in decades.
Private sector jobs surge past pre-pandemic peak
Exclusive analysis of ONS figures shows a dramatic jobs market reversal, with private sector employment hitting a record high as the public sector workforce contracts for the ninth consecutive quarter.
Private parking tickets surge 24% hitting UK drivers
British motorists are facing a record onslaught of private parking tickets, with a shocking 24% annual surge in charges. Discover the data behind the £100M industry and how to fight back.
Reeves' Tax Raid Backfires: Govt Staffing Hits Record High
Exclusive analysis reveals central government and NHS vacancies hit unprecedented levels despite Labour's promised employment crackdown, raising serious questions about the Chancellor's strategy.
Starmer: I wouldn't appoint Mandelson now
Prime Minister Keir Starmer expresses profound regret over appointing Peter Mandelson to his strategic council, citing a failure to fully grasp the extent of Mandelson's private sector interests at the time.
Trump Proposes Exempting Tips from Federal Income Tax
Ex-President Donald Trump proposes exempting tipped wages from federal income tax, a move that could put thousands of dollars back into the pockets of waiters and bartenders but faces significant legislative hurdles.
Queensland's Mine Rehabilitation Crisis: Who Pays the Bill?
Exclusive investigation reveals Queensland's ticking time bomb as mining giants leave taxpayers facing billions in rehabilitation costs for derelict sites, with prime agricultural land at stake.
Barclays Chief Urges Cap on Public Sector Pay Rises
Barclays CEO C.S. Venkatakrishnan calls for restraint in public sector wage increases to curb inflation, warning of economic consequences without fiscal discipline.
UK Economy Grows 0.4% in May, Exceeding All Forecasts
The UK economy grew by a stronger-than-expected 0.4% in May, according to the Office for National Statistics. Chancellor Rachel Reeves welcomes the data but warns of the 'challenge' inherited from the previous government.
UK Economy Stalls: 0.0% GDP Growth in April
New ONS data reveals the UK economy showed zero growth in April 2024, with a sharp slowdown from the 0.4% expansion in March. The services sector stalled while production fell, putting pressure on the next government.
Reeves Declares War on 'Antiquated' UK Planning System
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a radical overhaul of England's planning system, vowing to fast-track 1.5 million new homes and critical infrastructure to kickstart economic growth, despite warnings from retail leaders.
Teacher on 16-year sick leave with £48k salary
A secondary school teacher has remained on full sick pay for 16 years without returning to the classroom, costing taxpayers over £1 million and igniting a fierce debate on public sector sick leave reform.
Government diverts £25m charity cash to education budget
Ministers face fury after quietly diverting £25m from the Dormant Assets scheme, earmarked for youth and community projects, into Department for Education coffers.
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