New UK Parental Leave Rights for Bereaved Partners
A father's fight leads to new law granting up to 52 weeks leave for parents who lose a partner. The change, part of the Employment Rights Act, takes effect in April.
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Labour's 'banter ban' to cost firms over £60m
Official impact assessment reveals new rules making pubs and shops liable for customer 'harassment' could cost £60m+. Critics warn the true figure will be far higher. Read the full analysis.
Judge's 'So What?' Verdict in Unfair Dismissal Case
An employment tribunal ruled Paula Smith was unfairly sacked after her wife's hammer attack on their boss. The judge's blunt two-word summary questions the trust's reasoning. Read the full story.
Judge's 'So What?' Verdict in Unfair Dismissal Case
An employment tribunal ruled a North West Ambulance Service worker was unfairly sacked after her wife's attack on their boss. Judge's blunt two-word summary leads to £14k payout.
Civil Service hires 166 ex-convicts in second chance scheme
The UK Civil Service has hired 166 people with criminal records through a scheme to cut reoffending. Roles include IT, admin and customer service. Discover how the programme works.
New 2026 Laws: Bins, Renters' Rights & Travel Fees
A major set of new laws takes effect in 2026, impacting recycling, renting, employment and travel to Europe. Here's how the changes will affect you.
UK Becomes Europe's Hybrid Work Capital
Britain leads Europe in hybrid work roles, with 42% of job ads offering home-working. Discover how this trend is reshaping the UK's employment landscape and the battle for talent.
ADHD 'Disorganised' Comment Ruled Disability Discrimination
A PR worker with ADHD won a landmark discrimination case after being called 'disorganised'. The tribunal ruled such comments can violate dignity. Read the full ruling.
Historic Workers' Rights Bill Passes, Becomes Law
The Employment Rights Bill, granting day one sick pay and banning exploitative zero hours contracts, has passed Parliament. Discover what this historic upgrade means for you.
Labour Scraps Cap on Unfair Dismissal Compensation
Labour's last-minute deal removes the £118k cap on unfair dismissal payouts, sparking a 'bonkers' warning from lawyers. Discover the impact on employers and workers.
Labour U-turns on day-one workers' rights pledge
Labour government drops manifesto commitment for day-one unfair dismissal protection, now requiring six months' service. Business groups welcome change while unions express disappointment.
Labour U-turns on day-one unfair dismissal plans
The UK government abandons day-one unfair dismissal protection, opting for a six-month qualifying period. Find out how this impacts workers and businesses.
Ex-police sergeant pays £12k after failed discrimination case
Former Met Police sergeant Sonny Kalar ordered to pay £12,000 legal costs after employment tribunal dismisses all 271 discrimination allegations. Read the full ruling details.
Quit Your Job With No Notice? Expert Explains
A recruitment expert reveals the legal and financial consequences of quitting your job without notice. Discover your rights and what employers can and cannot do.
Labour's WFH plan risks 'years of litigation'
A House of Lords report warns Labour's right to work from home reforms could overwhelm tribunals with lawsuits over flexible working requests and home accidents.
UK Employers Face Hiring Crisis as Vacancies Soar
British businesses are grappling with an unprecedented employment crisis as job vacancies hit record highs while workers increasingly leave their roles, creating a perfect storm for employers across sectors.
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.
UK Government Launches Workplace Sickness Review
The British government has initiated a comprehensive independent review to tackle the growing workplace sickness absence crisis, with potential reforms to the controversial 'fit note' system and support for long-term ill employees.
HMRC worker loses case over office return refusal
A tax office employee who refused to return to the workplace after Covid restrictions lifted has been ordered to repay thousands in a groundbreaking employment tribunal ruling that could set a precedent for flexible working disputes across Britain.
AI targets working-class jobs first, research reveals
New research reveals artificial intelligence is disproportionately impacting working-class occupations, with ChatGPT and similar technologies transforming Britain's employment landscape.
Britain's Youth Job Crisis: Skills Gap Leaves Generation Behind
New research reveals a deepening crisis in Britain's job market as young workers struggle with inadequate training and rising unemployment, creating a 'lost generation' in the workforce.
Wetherspoon pays £25k for disability discrimination
JD Wetherspoon has been ordered to pay over £25,000 in compensation after a pub manager subjected an employee with cerebral palsy to humiliating treatment, in a landmark disability discrimination case.
Amazon to cut 14,000 UK jobs in massive layoffs
Retail giant Amazon is preparing to slash up to 14,000 positions across its UK operations in one of the largest corporate layoffs in recent British history, targeting roles from warehouses to corporate offices.
Amazon axes hundreds in tech teams amid AI shift
Amazon confirms major job cuts across AWS and physical stores technology divisions, signalling strategic shift toward AI-driven operations and cost optimisation.
Amazon to cut 30,000 UK jobs in major shake-up
Retail giant Amazon is preparing to slash up to 30,000 positions across its UK operations in what could become one of the largest corporate redundancy programmes in recent British business history.
Amazon axes hundreds more corporate jobs in latest cuts
Amazon continues its corporate restructuring with significant job losses announced this Tuesday, affecting multiple divisions including its streaming and studio operations.
Amazon plans 30,000 UK job cuts in major restructuring
Amazon announces sweeping workforce reductions affecting up to 30,000 positions across its UK operations, marking one of the largest corporate downsizing efforts in recent British business history.
Amazon Slashes Corporate Jobs in Major Restructuring
Amazon announces significant corporate job cuts across multiple divisions including Alexa and Prime Video, marking another wave of tech industry restructuring affecting UK operations.
Rachel Reeves: Christmas job vacancies show major improvement
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces significant improvement in UK job vacancies as Labour's economic strategy shows early success ahead of Christmas season.
Rayner's Employment Bill: Economic Threat Warning
Investment Minister Andrew Griffith sounds alarm over Labour's proposed employment reforms, claiming they could cripple UK business flexibility and economic recovery.
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