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.
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Rockstar Edinburgh testers demand union recognition
Rockstar Games is confronting a major unionisation challenge at its Edinburgh studio, where quality assurance testers are demanding formal recognition from the gaming giant in a landmark move for the UK video game industry.
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.
Eddie Jones returns as Japan rugby coach
Controversial coach Eddie Jones makes stunning comeback to Japanese rugby just months after walking away from Wallabies disaster during Autumn Nations Series.
Rail union boss's Las Vegas trip funded by members
RMT union leader Mick Lynch faces scrutiny after spending thousands on a Las Vegas conference and luxury hotel stays, funded by members' subscription fees during a cost of living crisis.
Oxford Union pays £25,000 for Trump Instagram post
The prestigious Oxford Union faces mounting criticism after paying £25,000 for an Instagram post featuring Donald Trump, sparking outrage among students and alumni over the controversial expenditure.
Cafe owner defies council over Union Jack mural
A Westminster cafe owner faces council pressure to remove a Union Flag mural despite local support, sparking debate about national pride and local authority overreach in central London.
Union Chief Demands Rescue Plan for UK Manufacturing
Unite union leader Alan Jones issues stark warning as Britain's manufacturing sector faces catastrophic decline, calling for immediate intervention to save vital industries and skilled jobs.
RMT union boss Alan Jones suspended in internal probe
Rail union general secretary Alan Jones has been suspended from his role pending an internal investigation, creating turmoil within the RMT leadership during critical negotiations.
MPs target TikTok over UK 'union-busting' claims
Cross-party politicians demand investigation into TikTok's alleged suppression of workers' rights and union recognition efforts at their UK offices.
African Union completes Mogadishu withdrawal after 17 years
In a landmark security transition, African Union peacekeepers have withdrawn from key military bases in Mogadishu, handing control to Somali forces amid ongoing counter-terrorism operations.
Starbucks Accused of Illegally Firing Union Organisers
Starbucks faces a major legal and PR crisis as US labour officials allege the coffee chain illegally fired over 20 employees across multiple states for their union organising efforts.
London Grinds to Halt in Major Tube Strike Over Pay
Commuters face travel misery as London Underground drivers, led by union barons, stage a massive strike demanding a pay rise, crippling the capital's transport network.
National Trust in flag fury after removing Union Jack
The National Trust has ignited a fierce debate after contractors were seen removing the large Union Flag from the Bantham Ham stone tower in Devon. The move, done without prior consultation, has been branded an 'act of cultural vandalism' by critics and l
TFL invites RMT to resume talks after London Tube strikes
Transport for London has formally invited the RMT union back to the negotiating table following a week of crippling Tube strikes that brought the capital to a standstill, as both sides seek a resolution to the ongoing dispute over working conditions.
Charlie Kirk Oxford Speech Sparks Free Speech Debate
US conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's controversial Oxford Union speech ignites a fierce transatlantic debate on free speech, cancel culture, and the limits of campus discourse as UK and US Republicans rally to his defence.
Union Boss Condemns Tory Hypocrisy Over Strike Laws
RMT union leader Mick Lynch accuses the Conservative government of hypocrisy for using agency workers to break strikes while enforcing Minimum Service Levels laws on unions.
Victoria's Historic Aboriginal Treaty Referendum Set for 2026
Victoria prepares for a landmark referendum to establish Australia's first formal Aboriginal treaty, creating a permanent Indigenous representative body and embedding 'truth-telling' in the state's political framework.
Sturgeon's 'staggering lack of self-awareness' on gender reforms
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon faces a fresh wave of criticism for her defence of the SNP's controversial gender recognition reforms, with opponents labelling her comments as demonstrating a 'staggering lack of self-awareness' following the party's
Starmer Faces Backlash Over Palestine Statehood Comments
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer sparks controversy by suggesting recognition of Palestinian state before peace deal, drawing criticism from MPs and Jewish groups.
Spain's Sánchez Ultimatum to Israel Over Gaza
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez issues an ultimatum to Israel, demanding justification for its Gaza actions as Spain considers formal recognition of a Palestinian state.
Union Boss's Stark Warning to Starmer: Don't Betray Workers
Unite leader Sharon Graham delivers a bombshell warning to Keir Starmer, vowing to withhold support and funding if Labour backtracks on key pledges to workers. The future of the party's relationship with unions hangs in the balance.
Cornwall's Fight for Identity: More Than Just a County
An exploration of Cornwall's unique identity, its struggle for official recognition, and why being labelled just 'English' ignores a rich history and a distinct national consciousness.
Equality watchdog confirms legality of single-sex spaces
The SNP government is under intense scrutiny after the UK's equalities regulator issued definitive legal guidance confirming that single-sex spaces are protected under law, forcing a potential U-turn on controversial policies.
Rachel Reeves' Union Links: Shadow Chancellor's Ties Exposed
Labour's Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over her close relationship with Unite union leader Sharon Graham, raising questions about union influence on economic policy ahead of the general election.
EU Palestine Recognition Stalls Amid Internal Divisions
The European Union remains deeply divided on recognising Palestinian statehood, with key member states at odds over timing and conditions, as the conflict in Gaza continues.
Beijing's Facial Recognition Tracks Residents' Daily Lives
Exclusive report reveals how Beijing's new 'smart city' initiative uses pervasive facial recognition to monitor citizens' movements, purchases, and even waste disposal, raising major privacy concerns.
Queensland council bans Welcome to Country ceremonies
A rural Australian council's decision to ban voluntary 'Welcome to Country' ceremonies and Acknowledgement of Country at official events has ignited a fierce national debate about reconciliation and local governance.
London Tube & Bus Drivers Announce Mass Strike Over Pay
Commuters across London face severe disruption as thousands of Tube and bus drivers, represented by the RMT and Unite unions, plan a coordinated 24-hour strike in late July over an ongoing pay dispute with Transport for London.
Sainsbury's trials 'Orwellian' facial recognition tech
Sainsbury's is trialling controversial facial recognition cameras at its petrol stations, sparking a major backlash from privacy campaigners who warn it's a step towards a dystopian surveillance state.
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