Activist on 70-day hunger strike 'deteriorating'
Heba Muraisi, on hunger strike for nearly 70 days, is aware her body 'could fail at any moment'. A leading doctor warns of permanent harm or death. Read the latest.
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Guardian corrects Palestine Action hunger strike letter details
The Guardian has issued a correction regarding the number of signatories on letters concerning Palestine Action hunger strikers. Discover the accurate figures and other recent amendments.
Hunger striker rushed to hospital after 59 days without food
A protester on remand over Palestine Action raids is 'at imminent risk of death' after being hospitalised for a sixth time. MPs warn the government has 'blood on its hands'.
Woodfield School strikes set to continue over pay cuts
Staff at Woodfield School in Brent announce seven more strike days after rejecting an offer to cut hours. The NEU warns the trust over using agency staff during industrial action.
Palestine Action Hunger Strikers: Government Accused of Neglect
Three prisoners on extended hunger strike face death as the UK government refuses to engage. Critics accuse ministers of bearing moral responsibility for a potential tragedy in the justice system.
Met Police staff plan six more strike days in pay row
Met Police call handlers and fleet staff will strike for six days in January, following a 'hugely disruptive' New Year's Eve walkout. The dispute centres on an 'inferior' pay offer compared to police officers. Read the latest.
Palestine Action Hunger Strikers Close to Death
Three activists on hunger strike in UK prison are in critical health after 59 days. Their families fear for their lives as the government faces pressure to intervene. Read the full report.
Palestine Action hunger strikers' health deteriorates critically
Heba Muraisi, on day 65 of a hunger strike, and Kamran Ahmed, on day 58, are in a critical phase with severe symptoms. A doctor warns their condition could decline irreversibly. Read the latest.
Prisoner on 65-day hunger strike says 'I am dying'
Heba Muraisi, on remand for alleged Palestine Action raid, details her deteriorating health after 65 days without food. The protest is the largest of its kind in Britain since 1981. Read her full story.
Bromley parking wardens strike over pay dispute
Civil Enforcement Officers in Bromley are striking for four days, halting parking fines. They demand £17 an hour, but APCOA offers £13. The council blames the contractor.
London bus strike to hit 13 routes this week
Over 300 Stagecoach bus drivers in East London will strike on Jan 8 & 9 in a dispute over alleged bullying and union busting. Passengers warned of severe disruption.
Melbourne Crown Casino workers strike on New Year's Eve
Hundreds of Crown Melbourne casino staff will walk out from 10pm to 2am on New Year's Eve, protesting a proposed two-tier pay system. The industrial action threatens to disrupt celebrations. Read the full story.
Dagenham's 1968 Strike: The Fight for Skill Recognition
The 1968 Ford Dagenham strike wasn't just about equal pay. Discover how sewing machinists fought for 16 years to win recognition for their skilled work. Read their story.
UN 'Grave Concern' Over UK Prison Hunger Strikers
UN human rights experts warn the UK government over its treatment of Palestine Action-linked hunger strikers in custody, questioning compliance with international law.
Palestine Action hunger striker hospitalised after 53 days
Heba Muraisi, on remand over an Elbit Systems raid, is hospitalised as health deteriorates. The Filton 24 protest is the largest hunger strike in UK prisons since 1981.
Palestine Action hunger strikers determined to continue
Four Palestine Action detainees continue hunger strikes in UK prisons, with one hospitalised three times. Families report severe health declines as demands for policy change go unmet.
Pro-Palestine Prisoners Pause Hunger Strike Over Health
Two Palestine Action detainees at HMP Bronzefield have paused their 50-day hunger strike due to failing health but vow to resume. Four others continue their protest.
Hunger strikers pass 50 days as doctors warn of fatal risk
Four prisoners on remand are refusing food, with two surpassing 50 days. Medical experts warn of irreversible organ damage and sudden cardiac failure. Learn the grim physiological timeline.
Families urge Lammy to meet Palestine Action hunger strikers
Families of severely ill Palestine Action hunger strikers demand urgent meeting with Justice Secretary David Lammy. Lawyers warn of legal action as protesters' health declines after weeks without food.
Palestine Action hunger strikers' health deteriorates in UK prisons
Eight activists await trial, with seven hospitalised after hunger strikes. They demand bail and an end to the Palestine Action ban as medical concerns escalate. Read the full story.
Health Secretary Pledges to Avert 2026 NHS Industrial Action
Health Secretary Wes Streeting pledges to prevent NHS strikes in 2026 after a five-day doctors' walkout. He warns of tough weeks ahead despite staff's 'extraordinary efforts'. Read the latest.
Doctors return after five-day NHS strike in England
Junior doctors in England return to work after a five-day walkout. Health Secretary Wes Streeting thanks staff but warns of tough weeks ahead and pledges to avoid strikes in 2026. Read the latest.
Doctors' strike ends, but NHS faces tough weeks
Doctors in England return after a five-day walkout. Health Secretary Wes Streeting thanks staff but warns of a challenging winter ahead. Read the latest on NHS strikes and pay disputes.
Junior Doctors End Five-Day Strike, Seek New Year Talks
Junior doctors conclude five-day strike in England, pledging a 'can-do spirit' in renewed negotiations with Health Secretary Wes Streeting to avert further NHS walkouts in 2026.
Palestine Action hunger striker fears death after 43 days
The family of Teuta Hoxha, 29, warns she could die on remand as her hunger strike hits day 43. They demand government intervention to prevent a tragedy. Read the full story.
Two Palestine Action hunger strikers taken to hospital
Amu Gib and Kamran Ahmed, on hunger strike for 50 and 42 days, have been hospitalised. MPs demand urgent government intervention over prison conditions. Read the latest.
Palestine Action Prisoners' Hunger Strike Reaches Day 42
Six activists linked to Palestine Action are on a rolling hunger strike in UK prisons, demanding bail and protesting their treatment. One prisoner describes the physical toll as 'like being suffocated'.
Minister on hunger strike over Palestine Action
A government minister has begun a hunger strike, demanding action on Palestine. The dramatic protest intensifies pressure on the UK government. Read the full story.
Actors vote for strike over AI concerns in UK film & TV
Equity union members vote 99% to refuse digital scanning, threatening industrial action over AI protections. A major moment for the UK's creative industries. Read the full story.
Palestine Action hunger striker hospitalised after 46 days
Qesser Zuhrah, a 20-year-old on a 46-day hunger strike at HMP Bronzefield, has been taken to hospital. Protesters demand urgent medical care for her and other Palestine Action detainees.
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