Starmer faces blow as union ally fights for job
Sir Keir Starmer could lose a key ally as Christina McAnea battles to keep her role as Unison general secretary. The result could reshape Labour's power structures and funding. Read the full analysis.
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Unite Union Threatens Historic Split from Labour Party
Labour's largest union donor, Unite, is reportedly discussing a formal split, citing 'broken promises' to workers. A historic disaffiliation could deliver a catastrophic blow to Keir Starmer's premiership.
Unite union mulls historic split from Labour Party
Labour's largest trade union backer, Unite, is reportedly discussing a formal split from the party, threatening Sir Keir Starmer's leadership and funding. Read the full story.
Hull Trains drivers strike over sacking in fatigue dispute
Hull Trains drivers launch a 48-hour strike over the sacking of a colleague who reported fatigue. The union claims unfair dismissal, while the company cites a safety risk. Read the latest on this ongoing industrial action.
Actors to vote on strike action over AI scanning
Performers' union Equity launches ballot on industrial action to secure protections against AI misuse of digital scans. Vote runs from 4 to 18 December.
Agency workers join Birmingham bin strike action
Agency refuse workers in Birmingham join ongoing bin strikes over alleged bullying and harassment. Unite union warns dispute could continue beyond May elections.
Welsh Rugby Governance Crisis Exposed in Springboks Match
Welsh rugby faces a perfect storm as the national team, stripped of key players, takes on South Africa. This fixture exposes years of poor governance from the WRU, letting down players and fans alike.
BMA branded hypocritical over staff pay rise
The British Medical Association faces a formal pay dispute with its own staff after offering a 2% pay rise, while its doctors strike for 26%. Read the full story on the growing internal conflict.
US Union Leader Pleads Not Guilty in Protest Case
Southern California labour leader David Huerta pleads not guilty to a misdemeanour charge following an immigration raid protest. His trial is set for January 2026.
Christmas rail strikes set to cause travel chaos
CrossCountry train services face major disruption as RMT union staff strike every Saturday in December over pay and staffing disputes. Plan your festive travel now.
CFMEU Officials Jailed for Bribery Scandal
Two former CFMEU officials sentenced for corruptly taking bribes. The union pledges to rebuild after this 'egregious breach of trust'. Read the full details.
Agency staff join Birmingham bin strike
Agency workers hired to cover Birmingham's long-running bin strikes are now joining the industrial action over claims of bullying and unsustainable workloads, potentially extending the dispute until 2026.
Birmingham bin strikes escalate as agency staff join
Birmingham's bin strikes are set to intensify as agency workers vote to join picket lines from 1 December. The dispute over pay and jobs could now extend beyond May's local elections.
Birmingham bin strike escalates with agency staff
Birmingham's bin strike intensifies as agency workers vote to join the picket lines from December 1, with Unite warning the dispute could last beyond May's local elections.
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.
Court ruling enables holiday work compensation claims
A Federal Court decision against BHP paves way for workers to claim compensation when forced to work public holidays without consent. Unions plan class actions.
Labour's Strike Crisis Hits 750,000 Lost Days
Working days lost to strikes under Labour surge past 750,000 despite inflation-busting pay awards to unions. Junior doctors' walkouts escalate as talks collapse.
UK Leonardo staff strike over pay dispute
Thousands of aerospace workers across the UK have launched strike action against defence giant Leonardo, protesting a pay offer they say is a real-terms cut. Read more on the unfolding industrial action.
Tate staff vote for strike action over pay dispute
Over 150 Tate staff will strike from 26 Nov to 2 Dec after rejecting a 2-3% pay offer. The action could disrupt major exhibitions. Read more on the industrial action.
HMRC worker refuses office return, blames union
A UK tax office worker's refusal to return to the office post-lockdown sparks legal battle, with union advice at the centre of the controversy. Exclusive details on the employment tribunal case.
Starbucks baristas strike over UK contract disputes
Starbucks workers across Britain are taking unprecedented strike action in a dramatic escalation of their campaign for better contracts and working conditions.
Forgotten Action Gem Hits ITV Screens This Weekend
Discover the underrated action masterpiece making its way to ITV this weekend - a sequel that delivers breathtaking stunts and relentless entertainment.
Leonardo defence workers strike over pay dispute
Hundreds of defence workers across Scotland and England are set to walk out in coordinated strike action after rejecting a 'completely inadequate' pay offer from Italian-owned Leonardo.
Leonardo UK catering staff strike over pay dispute
Hundreds of catering workers at Leonardo UK sites across Britain begin sustained strike action in dispute over real-terms pay cuts and working conditions.
Union threatens strike at Leonardo over pay dispute
Unite the Union prepares for industrial action ballot at Leonardo's Edinburgh and Southampton sites as workers reject 'inadequate' pay offer from the defence contractor.
Sydney's Transport Chaos: New Timetable Sparks Fury
Sydney commuters face severe disruptions as new transport timetables take effect, triggering union warnings of safety risks and service reliability concerns across the city's network.
Train driver's six-word message goes viral nationwide
An Aslef union train driver's simple but powerful six-word announcement to passengers has captured hearts nationwide, offering a rare moment of human connection during ongoing rail disputes.
Teamsters Union Endorses Trump in 2025 Election Shock
In a dramatic political shift, the powerful Teamsters union has thrown its support behind Donald Trump for the 2025 presidential election, creating shockwaves across the American political landscape.
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.
Bank of England gold at risk in security strike
Exclusive: The Bank of England faces an unprecedented security crisis as guards protecting Britain's £200 billion gold reserves prepare to walk out over pay disputes, raising alarm about the safety of the nation's wealth.
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