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Foster carers face racist abuse in England crisis

Shocking new report reveals foster carers and social workers across England are being systematically targeted by racist abuse and far-right campaigns, creating a dangerous shortage of safe homes for vulnerable children.

De Blasio partners with socialist for social worker programme

Ex-New York City mayor Bill de Blasio joins forces with state assemblyman Zohran Mamdani to create groundbreaking mental health response teams, aiming to transform emergency services and reduce police involvement in mental health crises.

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.

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.

Workers file £3.5bn lawsuit as shares crash

Thousands of former employees file massive lawsuit against corporate bosses after being made redundant while executives cashed in lucrative bonuses, causing company shares to crash dramatically.

Charity workers face 'abhorrent' abuse epidemic in UK

Shocking new report reveals charity staff across Britain are experiencing unprecedented levels of violence and threats, prompting demands for immediate government action to safeguard frontline workers.

Scotland to sponsor foreign care worker visas

John Swinney's administration launches landmark visa scheme to tackle Scotland's social care staffing shortages, directly challenging Westminster's immigration policies.

Charity demands 'Thank Your Bin Workers Week'

A leading UK charity is campaigning for an annual celebration week to recognise the vital work of refuse collectors and street cleaners who keep our communities clean.

US Government Shutdown Looms: Critical Services at Risk

America faces potential government shutdown as political stalemate threatens federal services including national parks, military operations and social security payments. Essential workers face unpaid duty.

Grandmother Sues Social Workers Over Noah Cuatro's Death

The heartbroken grandmother of Noah Cuatro, the four-year-old boy tortured to death despite multiple warnings to authorities, is taking legal action against social workers she claims ignored clear signs of abuse in a case that has shocked America.

Social Care Crisis: 1 in 3 Workers Plan Exit

Shocking new figures reveal nearly a third of social care staff in England are considering quitting within the next two years, threatening to collapse an already strained system.

UK Social Care System At Breaking Point - Report Warns

A devastating report reveals Britain's adult social care system is at breaking point, with chronic underfunding and staff shortages leaving vulnerable adults at risk. Experts warn of a 'deepening crisis' requiring urgent government action.

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