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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Teen Vogue staff stage walkout over Condé Nast firings
Condé Nast faces escalating tensions as Teen Vogue union members stage walkout following controversial dismissal of two staff members, sparking industry-wide debate about workers' rights in publishing.
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.
Starbucks workers strike on Red Cup Day across UK
Starbucks workers across the UK are staging strikes on the company's popular Red Cup Day, protesting working conditions and pay disputes during the busiest promotional event of the season.
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.
Homeowners rebel against mandatory £1,800 amenities fee
Homeowners in Union County's Stonebridge development face legal action after refusing to pay controversial annual amenities fees for facilities many claim they don't use or want.
GMB union launches major Highlands recruitment drive
The GMB union is embarking on an ambitious campaign to recruit thousands of new members across the Highlands and Islands, targeting workers in hospitality, social care, and other key sectors facing challenging employment conditions.
Three arrested in Westminster Supreme Court protest clash
Dramatic scenes unfolded outside the Supreme Court as trans rights activists and women's rights campaigners clashed, leading to three arrests. The confrontation erupted following a landmark ruling on gender recognition laws.
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.
Rockstar Edinburgh QA testers file for union recognition
Video game giant Rockstar Games confronts growing union pressure as quality assurance testers at its Edinburgh studio campaign for improved pay and working conditions through the IWGB union.
EU funds linked to Cameroon human rights abuses
Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch expose how European Union funds are allegedly supporting Cameroonian security forces accused of human rights abuses.
Trans activists plot to disrupt women's rights march in Edinburgh
Women's rights campaigners in Scotland face organised opposition from trans activists planning to 'drown out' their Edinburgh march, prompting calls for First Minister John Swinney to uphold sex-based protections.
Ireland pushes EU to review Israel agreement over Gaza
In a dramatic diplomatic move, Ireland is pushing the European Union to urgently reassess its relationship with Israel, citing potential breaches of human rights obligations in Gaza that could violate the EU-Israel Association Agreement.
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.
UK bill grants legal rights to nature
A revolutionary bill introduced in Parliament could transform Britain's environmental protection by granting ecosystems legal personhood rights, following global precedents.
FIFA partners with union for worker safety
In a landmark move for football's workforce, FIFA partners with global trade union Building and Wood Workers' International to enforce safe working conditions and fair treatment across the sport's infrastructure projects.
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.
McVey: Prisoners should never get vote
Cabinet Office Minister Esther McVey faces backlash after announcing legislation to permanently ban prisoners from voting, defying European Court rulings and igniting human rights debates.
UK employers plan pay freezes despite inflation surge
Exclusive investigation reveals widespread pay freeze plans across UK companies despite soaring inflation, sparking union outrage and strike warnings.
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.
US unions stage "No Kings" protests against Trump
Labour unions across the United States stage coordinated protests against Donald Trump's administration, invoking revolutionary-era rhetoric in defence of workers' rights and democratic norms.
Transgender man wins landmark pregnancy rights case
In a groundbreaking legal decision, a transgender man has won his appeal after the High Court ruled that wanting to conceive and carry a baby is not incompatible with living as a man. This landmark case sets a significant precedent for transgender rights
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.
Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act
In a landmark ruling, the US Supreme Court has fundamentally weakened the Voting Rights Act, raising alarm about minority voter protections and the future of electoral fairness in America.
Colombia court protects Afro-indigenous community in Bogotá
In a historic decision, Colombia's highest court has intervened to protect the ancestral rights of an Afro-indigenous community facing displacement from their spiritual heartland in the nation's capital.
Charges dropped in Union Flag migrant hotel protest case
In a dramatic legal U-turn, all charges have been dismissed against a woman arrested for waving the Union Flag outside a council-commandeered migrant hotel in Essex. The case has sparked national debate about protest rights and police powers.
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.
California's bold bid to unionise workers nationwide
California launches unprecedented campaign to unionise workers across multiple states, sparking fierce debate about workers' rights versus business interests in America's evolving labour landscape.
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.
Actors' union threatens mass action over AI image use
UK actors' union Equity warns of unprecedented industrial action against production companies using AI to replicate performers' likenesses without consent or compensation.
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