A 58-year-old funeral administrator was fatally crushed by a hydraulic scissor lift used to move bodies, with an inquest hearing a deformed spring may have caused the equipment to lower unexpectedly.
BBC expert reveals HMRC mix-up means parents and carers may be owed thousands in missing Home Responsibilities Protection credits, with one viewer receiving £35,500.
A new Gallup survey shows American workers' outlook on the job market has turned increasingly pessimistic, with only 28% seeing it as a good time to find quality employment, a dramatic shift from recent years.
The Australian Council of Trade Unions proposes a 5% increase in the minimum wage, raising it to $26.19 per hour and boosting full-time annual earnings to $51,761 to combat cost-of-living pressures.
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An employment lawyer has described Jackie O Henderson's shock departure from ARN Media as 'peculiar', raising questions about potential unlawful termination following her workplace complaint.
Bryan Rowe, 21, who has myotonic dystrophy and ADHD, worked a nine-month unpaid internship as a waste loader but was rejected twice for paid roles by Southampton City Council, leaving him heartbroken and questioning his worth.
A 58-year-old funeral administrator was found crushed to death by a hydraulic scissor lift used to move bodies at a Norfolk funeral parlour. The inquest heard she had raised concerns about lone working.
Former Battersea Power Station CEO Donagh O'Sullivan alleges unfair dismissal after raising financial misreporting concerns, while the company cites performance issues and misconduct including hugging a Peppa Pig costume character.
An inquest hears how Sally Blundell, 58, was found dead by a colleague after being crushed by equipment used to move bodies at a Co-op funeral home in Swaffham.
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Hundreds of unionised workers at General Dynamics Bath Iron Works have gone on strike, rejecting a wage offer amid record company profits and US defence manufacturing push.
A therapist with endometriosis and tendonitis has won over £26,000 in compensation after an employment tribunal ruled her dismissal for requesting ten-minute breaks was discriminatory.
Swizzels Matlow, the Derbyshire-based confectioner behind Love Hearts, has been ordered to pay £20,000 to 437 workers after failing to meet minimum wage requirements, part of a wider £12.6m enforcement action.
Republican legislators are pushing to relax federal child labor laws, sparking debates over youth employment and safety standards in the United States.
A severe decline in volunteer firefighters across the US, with numbers dropping to 635,000 in 2023, is leading to department closures and public safety concerns, particularly in states like New York.
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A survey reveals thousands of care leavers in England face employment barriers as companies are slow to adjust hiring processes, despite willingness to hire them.
Employees at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation have initiated a 24-hour strike over pay and conditions, marking the first industrial action at the public broadcaster in 20 years.
From April 6, 2026, the Employment Rights Act introduces seven key measures, including sick pay from day one and bans on exploitative zero-hours contracts, benefiting 15 million workers.
With employers reluctant to hire workers over 45 and unemployment lasting twice as long, midlife career changes are challenging. Psychologist Lucy Standing offers 11 practical strategies to stay relevant and thrive in today's job market.
Richard Pulley, 78, received nearly $1 million after a viral video showed him struggling with a delivery. Despite the windfall, he plans to continue working, saying it keeps him useful and active.
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Barclays research reveals aspiring homeowners with student loans save £163 less monthly than those without, creating a £2,000 annual gap and impacting financial stability.
Thousands of ABC journalists and staff will strike on Wednesday at 11am, potentially disrupting live radio and TV shows after rejecting the broadcaster's latest pay offer.
Dolores Huerta reveals sexual abuse by César Chavez, sparking discussion on sexual violence in agriculture. Women-led groups have built grassroots networks to combat exploitation since Chavez's death.
Allegations against labor icon César Chavez have shaken advocates fighting sexual abuse in agriculture, yet women-led movements continue securing protections.
An 18-year-old was denied a trainee estate agent job because her 2014 Citroen C1 was deemed too old. After public outcry, the company has scrapped its vehicle age policy and offered her an interview.
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Self-employed fathers in the UK are campaigning for paternity leave, sharing stories of returning to work hours after childbirth. The government's review may cost £13-38 million.
Tina Chummun, 50, has applied for 4,000 jobs over two years without success, leaving her in debt and considering moving in with her mother. She represents over 800,000 older workers struggling in an ageist labour market.
Theo dal Pozzo, 23, with a first-class master's in computer science, has been turned down for over 500 jobs despite his qualifications, blaming AI screening and a lack of junior roles.
Discover 13 lucrative UK careers that don't require a university degree, including roles paying up to £100,000 annually. From tech to healthcare, explore these accessible high-salary opportunities.
The UK government has confirmed all bank holiday dates through 2026, including a new addition in Scotland to celebrate the national football team's World Cup qualification.
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Brodie Thomson, 16, from Denny, was struck by a falling pole while working in Kirkcaldy, sustaining a severe head injury. After six days on a ventilator, he has begun walking and talking, with a fundraiser raising over £8,500 for his recovery.
