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Fair Work Agency risks failure without proper funding

The UK's groundbreaking Fair Work Agency, designed to protect vulnerable workers from exploitation, faces collapse without adequate resources and staffing, according to a damning report from the Work Foundation.

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.

Rail workers secure four-day week in landmark RMT deal

In a groundbreaking agreement that could transform Britain's railway industry, Network Rail workers have secured a four-day working week without loss of pay alongside substantial salary increases following negotiations with the RMT union.

Workers file £3.5bn lawsuit as shares crash

Thousands of former employees file massive lawsuit against corporate bosses after being made redundant while executives cashed in lucrative bonuses, causing company shares to crash dramatically.

Charity workers face 'abhorrent' abuse epidemic in UK

Shocking new report reveals charity staff across Britain are experiencing unprecedented levels of violence and threats, prompting demands for immediate government action to safeguard frontline workers.

Mayor's £850k statue splurge sparks pay rise fury

A council leader faces public outrage after spending nearly £1 million of taxpayer money on two Italian statues while simultaneously requesting a substantial salary increase, raising serious questions about fiscal responsibility.

Northern Ireland NHS staff strike over pay dispute

Thousands of health workers across Northern Ireland have launched fresh strike action in an ongoing pay dispute, causing significant disruption to NHS services while political stalemate continues at Stormont.

Super Boost for Millions of Australian Workers

Groundbreaking superannuation reforms could see millions of lower-income Australians earn more on their payday while securing their retirement future. Here's how the proposed changes work.

Charity demands 'Thank Your Bin Workers Week'

A leading UK charity is campaigning for an annual celebration week to recognise the vital work of refuse collectors and street cleaners who keep our communities clean.

NHS staff vote to strike over institutional racism

Thousands of NHS workers across England have overwhelmingly voted for strike action, citing deep-rooted institutional racism and significant pay disparities affecting ethnic minority staff.

Reeves: No Money for Public Sector Pay Rises

Chancellor Rachel Reeves declares no money for public sector pay rises in upcoming budget, setting stage for potential confrontation with unions as she blames previous Tory government for empty coffers.

Celebrity Traitors 2025 Pay Disparities Exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering pay disparities among BBC's Celebrity Traitors 2025 cast members, with some earning ten times more than others for the same show.

US Govt Shutdown Leaves Federal Workers Without Pay

Hundreds of thousands of American federal employees confront financial catastrophe as political stalemate in Washington triggers government shutdown, leaving workers without pay during crucial holiday season.

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