UK Business Crisis: Tax Hikes & Worker Rights Squeeze
British businesses confront a perfect storm as new tax increases and enhanced worker rights legislation create unprecedented pressure on companies already struggling with economic uncertainty.
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Essential workers required for bank holidays - full list
New government regulations reveal which critical workers must report to duty during spring bank holidays - find out if your job is on the mandatory list.
Lammy accused of ignoring women's rights in UN delegation row
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy is under fire for allegedly ignoring women's rights groups by appointing a LGBTQ charity to the UK's delegation for a key UN human rights meeting, sparking accusations of a 'hierarchy of rights'.
DeSantis signs Florida bill erasing LGBTQ+ protections
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has enacted a sweeping new law that critics decry as a state-sanctioned effort to 'erase' LGBTQ+ individuals by dismantling key protections and censoring public discourse on sexual orientation and gender identity.
QLD's 'Hostile' Indigenous Policies Condemned by Rights Chief
Australia's Human Rights Commissioner condemns the Queensland government's 'punitive and hostile' approach to First Nations people, warning of devastating human rights violations.
UK Firms Use Secret 'Bossware' to Monitor Employees
A new TUC report reveals a surge in UK companies using covert surveillance software to track employees' keystrokes, screenshots, and even webcam activity, raising major concerns over worker privacy and rights.
Sydney Childcare Worker Charged Over 500,000 Images
A Sydney childcare worker faces multiple charges as police allege the discovery of over half a million unique images. The shocking case has sent ripples through the community, raising serious questions about safeguarding protocols.
Childcare worker charged over alleged toddler assault
A London childcare worker faces serious charges after allegedly assaulting a young child at a nursery in Westminster. Police confirm an investigation is underway.
CCTV captures sex worker's final moments before murder
Shocking CCTV footage reveals the final moments before a sex worker's murder in Westminster. The alleged killer, charged with raping one woman months prior, is now facing a murder charge in a case that has sent shockwaves through London.
Nursery Worker Grabs Toddler's Arm in Shocking Incident
A UK nursery worker has been suspended after video footage showed her grabbing a toddler's arm in what authorities call an 'unacceptable' incident. Full investigation underway.
Nursery Worker Jailed for Assault on One-Year-Old
A Manchester nursery worker has been sentenced to 14 months in prison after being convicted of assaulting a one-year-old child. Shocking footage captured the disturbing incident at the private day nursery.
Zero-Hours Contract Hell in UK Tourism Exposed
An exclusive insider account reveals the shocking instability and financial insecurity faced by zero-hours contract workers in Britain's tourism sector, exposing the human cost of precarious employment.
Australia Slashes Indian Migration by Half
Exclusive: The Australian Labor government has dramatically cut migration from India by 50%, sparking debate on skilled worker shortages and international relations. Discover the full impact of the new visa restrictions.
Lords block government's controversial Bill of Rights
The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.
US Union Membership Soars to Historic High
New government data reveals a dramatic surge in US union membership, reaching levels not seen in decades as workers across sectors mobilise for better pay and conditions.
Unions Threaten Labour Funding Over Worker Rights
Unite leader Sharon Graham issues a stark warning to Keir Starmer, threatening to withdraw crucial union funding from Labour if the party waters down its New Deal for Working People.
British Aid Worker and Family Feared Dead in Amazon Ambush
British aid worker Tom Phillips and his family are feared dead after a targeted attack in the Amazon rainforest. A former associate has been arrested in connection with the shooting, as tributes pour in for the dedicated father.
Daycare Worker In Child Abuse Case Released By Judge
Yvette Thurston, a daycare worker accused of horrific child abuse at a Georgia nursery, has been released on bond by a judge, sparking outrage and concern.
Rylan Clark's new romance with fairground worker revealed
TV presenter Rylan Clark appears smitten with his new fairground worker boyfriend as the couple were spotted enjoying a day out at Radio 2 in the Park alongside his mother Linda.
NHS Worker's 4st Loss With 'Dangerous' Mounjaro Hack
An NHS administrator reveals how she lost four stone using a controversial cost-cutting method to obtain diabetes drug Mounjaro for weight loss, as doctors issue serious safety warnings.
Postal Worker's Crime Spree: Royal Mail Employee Terrorises Community
Mauro Paul Coluzzi, a Royal Mail postal worker, has been sentenced for a shocking campaign of theft, vandalism, and antisocial behaviour against his own community in a quiet UK town.
Road Rage Driver Attacks Construction Worker in Huntersville
A furious driver is wanted by police after a vicious road rage attack on a construction worker in Huntersville, North Carolina. The assailant was caught on camera punching the worker before fleeing the scene.
Council suspends Saltire flag removal after threats
West Lothian Council suspends removal of Saltire flags after workers face threats and intimidation. A contentious debate over national identity and local authority policy unfolds.
First Pic of Brit Oliver Pugh Captured by Russian Forces in Ukraine
In a shocking development, British volunteer Oliver Pugh has been captured by Russian forces in Ukraine. His family breaks their silence, sharing the first image and pleading for his safe return amidst grave concerns for his welfare.
Tesco worker wins £61k with £1 lottery ticket
A Tesco worker from Kent scooped a life-changing £61,000 National Lottery win after buying a last-minute ticket on her break, proving a simple £1 gamble can turn fortunes around overnight.
Worker sacked after boss's viral Facebook rant shocks UK
An Australian hospitality worker in the UK was abruptly sacked after her boss publicly shamed staff in a bizarre Facebook tirade, sparking outrage and a debate on modern employment practices.
Nursery Worker Jailed for Violent Attack on Toddler
A nursery worker in Newcastle has been sentenced to prison after being filmed violently attacking a defenceless toddler. Disturbing footage shows the carer smirking as she assaults the child.
Coffee shop workers fined £100 for parking while working
Outrage in Westminster as coffee shop employees receive hefty parking fines while on shift, sparking a debate over worker rights and council enforcement.
David Luiz Sentenced Over Social Worker Threat Scandal
Former Chelsea and Arsenal defender David Luiz has been handed a suspended sentence after sending threatening messages to a social worker who rejected his proposal for a threesome. The shocking case reveals a dark side to the football star's private life.
Care worker waved soiled underpants at elderly resident
Shocking misconduct uncovered as a carer at a UK care home is filmed waving soiled underwear in an 85-year-old woman's face. The distressing incident has sparked outrage and calls for urgent reform in the care sector.
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