UK Workers Face 23-Year Wait for Wage Recovery
UK workers face devastating erosion of purchasing power as wages lag inflation. New analysis reveals it could take until 2044 to recover 2021 living standards. Read the full investigation.
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Autumn Budget: What it means for your wallet
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her crucial Autumn Budget on November 26. Discover the key changes to income tax, minimum wage, benefits, and energy bills and how they will impact you.
NYC restaurants halt expansion over $30 minimum wage fears
Leading NYC restaurateurs freeze expansion plans, warning Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's progressive agenda could trigger mass closures. Read how $30 minimum wage threatens hospitality sector.
Firm gives staff early Real Living Wage pay rise
Eland Cables implements the Real Living Wage months ahead of schedule, giving employees a financial boost for Christmas. Discover how this decision benefits staff and business.
Carl's Jr Shuts California Locations Over Minimum Wage
Rising operational costs and California's new $20 minimum wage legislation have compelled Carl's Jr to close multiple locations across the state, highlighting the ongoing struggle between business viability and progressive labour reforms.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
RBA: Inflation to rise faster than wages in 2025
The Reserve Bank of Australia predicts inflation will rise faster than wages in 2025, threatening living standards and creating a cost-of-living crisis for British households.
Billionaires double wealth while poverty crisis deepens
Shocking Oxfam report exposes how billionaires' wealth has doubled since 2020 while nearly 5 billion people face devastating poverty - with Trump's tax cuts fuelling the inequality fire.
Australian living costs outpace wage growth
New data reveals Australian families are battling rising costs for essentials while wages struggle to keep pace, creating the perfect financial storm for households nationwide.
Kaspers Hot Dogs Closes After 76 Years in Bay Area
San Francisco's legendary Kaspers Hot Dogs shuts its doors permanently after 76 years, becoming the latest casualty of California's challenging economic climate for fast food operators.
6 Major Money Changes Hitting Millions in 2024
From energy bills to benefits and minimum wage increases, discover how six major financial changes will impact millions across the UK this year.
Surviving on minimum wage: The shocking reality
A minimum wage worker reveals the shocking reality of surviving on £11.44 per hour in today's cost of living crisis, sharing practical budgeting tips that could help others struggling financially.
6 Money Changes Coming in November 2025
From energy bill adjustments to minimum wage increases and banking reforms, discover how six key financial changes in November 2025 will impact households nationwide.
Reeves pledges minimum wage overhaul in Labour budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major reforms to the minimum wage system, promising automatic uprating and stronger enforcement in Labour's debut budget.
Reeves announces minimum wage reforms in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces sweeping minimum wage reforms in her debut Budget, targeting job creation and economic growth through increased pay floors and business incentives.
AI Bubble Warning: Workers' Wages Stagnate
Exclusive analysis reveals the AI investment frenzy isn't translating into better pay for workers, creating a dangerous economic disconnect that could burst the technology bubble.
Australian CEO Bonus Scandal: Time for Corporate Reform
As Australian executives pocket record bonuses while workers struggle, experts question whether the cult of CEO worship has gone too far. Discover why corporate leadership needs radical reform.
Real Living Wage Jumps to £12 - 460,000 Workers Benefit
Over 460,000 British workers are celebrating a significant pay rise as the Real Living Wage increases to £12 across the UK and £13.15 in London, offering financial relief during the cost of living crisis.
Fair Work Commission slams Perth employer for wage theft
Western Australia's Fair Work Commission uncovers systematic underpayment of Perth worker, exposing deliberate wage theft and compliance failures in shocking employment case.
UK Minimum Wage Rises to £11.44: Full Details
Millions of UK workers are set for a significant pay rise as the National Living Wage increases to £11.44 per hour, with younger workers benefiting for the first time.
UK Living Wage Set for Major Increase in 2024
Millions of low-paid workers across Britain are set for a welcome pay boost as the National Living Wage prepares for its largest increase in years, providing crucial financial relief during the cost of living crisis.
Real Living Wage: Record 2025 pay rise announced
Millions of UK workers are set for a significant pay rise as the Real Living Wage receives its largest-ever increase, outpacing government minimum rates and tackling the cost of living crisis.
Real Living Wage rises 7% in UK pay boost
Nearly half a million UK workers will receive a significant pay increase as the Real Living Wage rises to £13.15 in London and £12.05 nationwide, outpacing government minimum rates.
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.
491 companies fined for minimum wage violations
Exclusive investigation reveals 491 businesses fined for failing to pay minimum wage, with high street names and major retailers among the worst offenders.
Major UK retailers fined for minimum wage violations
Exclusive investigation reveals how prominent British companies including Holland & Barrett and British Gas systematically underpaid thousands of workers, resulting in substantial government fines and back-pay settlements.
Holland & Barrett fined £1.7m for wage violations
Health retailer Holland & Barrett faces massive penalties after government investigation reveals systematic underpayment of thousands of workers across UK stores.
Holland & Barrett and British Gas fined for worker underpayment
Two major UK companies face substantial penalties after investigations reveal systematic underpayment of employees, highlighting ongoing wage compliance issues.
Wolfpack players finally paid after 5-year wage dispute
Rugby league athletes triumph in lengthy wage dispute as Toronto Wolfpack finally settles outstanding payments following half-decade struggle for justice.
UK unemployment falls as wages outpace inflation
Exclusive analysis reveals Britain's stunning economic recovery with unemployment hitting near-record lows and wages soaring above inflation, positioning the UK as a G7 growth leader.
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