New UK Parental Leave Rights for Bereaved Partners
Aaron Horsey's fight leads to new law granting up to 52 weeks leave for parents who lose a partner. The change, part of the Employment Rights Act, takes effect in April.
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Modi's Rural Jobs Reform Risks Political Backlash
India's landmark rural job scheme, empowering millions of women and Dalits, is being hollowed out. Critics warn PM Modi's changes risk a political firestorm akin to the 2021 farm protests. Read the full analysis.
Farmers' anger at Labour continues despite tax U-turn
Despite a pre-Christmas U-turn on inheritance tax for farms, Labour faces deep-seated anger from farmers at the Oxford Farming Conference, with protests highlighting a crisis of trust in rural policy.
UK Plans Lower Drink-Drive Limit to Cut Road Deaths
The UK government unveils a new road safety plan aiming to cut deaths by 65% by 2035, including a controversial proposal to lower England and Wales's drink-drive limit. Read the full details.
US Public Radio Sees 'Rage-Giving' Surge After Funding Cuts
Federal funding cuts to US public broadcasters have triggered a wave of 'rage-giving' donations, but stations fear it may not be enough to fill the long-term financial void. Explore the impact on local communities.
Trail hunting ban sparks fierce debate in letters
Readers respond to Labour's proposed trail hunting ban, comparing it to punishing all for the crimes of a few. Explore the rural rights debate and historical context of hunting.
Hare Coursing Surge: 500% Arrest Rise in Wiltshire
Hare coursing linked to international gangs is surging in Wiltshire, with arrests up 500%. Police fear a farmer will be seriously injured as rural crime terrorises the Vale of Pewsey.
Trump's 15-Year Ukraine Security Guarantee in Peace Plan
Donald Trump has proposed a 15-year security guarantee for Ukraine as part of a peace plan to end Russia's invasion. President Zelenskyy seeks a longer 50-year commitment. Read the latest on the delicate negotiations.
KFC boss pays £70k in race discrimination tribunal
A KFC franchisee must pay nearly £70,000 after a tribunal found a manager called an Indian employee a 'slave' and forced him to work excessive hours. Read the full ruling.
Labour alienates rural voters with hunting ban plan
A new poll reveals 76% believe Labour prioritises urban issues. The government's plan to ban trail hunting sparks a major rift with the countryside ahead of Boxing Day meets.
Young people forced to leave UK coastal towns
Young adults across England's coastal communities reveal why they are leaving due to a lack of jobs, affordable housing, and social opportunities. Exclusive insights from the Guardian's Against the Tide series.
UK's Shared Parental Leave Fails a Decade After Launch
Ten years on, less than 5% of eligible parents use Shared Parental Leave. Experts call it a 'lost decade' for progress. Discover why the policy failed and what change is needed.
Remember 1.2 Million Working on Christmas Day, Says TUC
TUC General Secretary Paul Nowak asks the public to spare a thought for the 1.2 million people working on 25 December. He hails the new Employment Rights Act as a vital festive gift for low-paid staff.
Inheritance tax threshold for farms raised to £2.5m
Ministers increase the inheritance tax threshold for agricultural assets from £1m to £2.5m following fierce backlash from farmers and rural MPs. The move aims to protect family farms from being broken up.
Starmer's growth focus as missions fade, says think tank
As 2025 ends, Keir Starmer's government quietly drops its 'five missions' to focus solely on economic growth. Policy director Joe Hill argues for tax cuts and scrapping the Employment Rights Bill to boost the UK economy in 2026.
Ellison's $40bn Guarantee in Paramount's WBD Takeover Fight
Tech titan Larry Ellison personally backs Paramount's $108.4bn bid for Warner Bros Discovery with a $40.4bn guarantee, challenging a rival Netflix deal. Read the latest on the epic media battle.
Labour's Animal Welfare Plan Sparks 'War on Countryside' Row
The government unveils a sweeping ban on puppy farming and trail hunting. Critics accuse Labour of ignoring rural Britain, while animal charities welcome the reforms.
Sir Alec Reed, Reed Founder and Philanthropist, Dies at 91
Sir Alec Reed, founder of Reed employment agency and pioneering philanthropist behind The Big Give, has died aged 91. His innovative charity model raised hundreds of millions.
China's rural protests surge as migrant workers return home
A 70% surge in rural protests across China reveals a crisis of returning migrant workers and local government debt, sparking clashes over land and livelihoods. Explore the deepening social fissures.
ADHD 'Disorganised' Comment Ruled Disability Discrimination
A PR executive with ADHD wins a landmark tribunal after her manager's 'disorganised' comments. The case sets a precedent for disability discrimination in UK workplaces. Read the full story.
Lords Protect Business from Labour's £5bn Employment Bill
The unelected House of Lords is proving an unlikely ally for UK business, challenging Labour's Employment Rights Bill which could cost firms £5bn a year. Discover why peers are stepping in.
Rural NZ Exodus: Mill Closures Force Families to Leave
The closure of Winstone Pulp's mills in Ruapehu, New Zealand, has led to over 230 job losses, forcing families to move and raising fears of a 'hollowing out' of rural regions. Read the full story.
Landmark UK employment rights bill passes into law
Labour's flagship employment bill, hailed as a 'generational shift', becomes law after Lords battle. New rights on zero-hours contracts, sick pay, and parental leave expected from 2026.
Youth Unemployment Hits Hardest as Rates Rise
New figures reveal a sharp rise in UK unemployment, with young people aged 16-24 bearing the brunt. We explore the causes and potential solutions with careers expert Shoshanna Davis. Listen to the full Sky News Daily podcast.
Public Sector Jobs & Pay Growth Outstrip Private Firms
Official data reveals a widening gap: public sector employment and wages surge while private sector faces decline. Explore the political fallout and reform pledges.
Youth unemployment highest since 2015 as UK jobs market slows
UK unemployment rises to 5.1%, with young workers bearing the brunt. As wage growth softens, the Bank of England faces pressure to cut rates. Read the full analysis.
Youth Job Scheme 'Self-Defeating' Amid Zero-Hours Crackdown
A new £820m scheme for young unemployed faces criticism for contradicting policies that restrict flexible work. Experts warn it masks a shrinking opportunity landscape.
Rayner urges MPs to sit 'through the night' on rights bill
Angela Rayner calls for MPs to sit through the night to pass her flagship Employment Rights Bill, as Lords' delays threaten manifesto pledge on sick pay. MPs vote to scrap unfair dismissal cap.
Workers' rights bill passes but key battles lie ahead
Labour's employment bill moves forward after business groups urge Lords to stop blocking it, but critical details on contracts and rights are deferred to secondary legislation, setting the stage for fresh disputes.
Business groups urge Lords to pass workers' rights bill
Six major UK employer groups warn Tory peers that blocking Labour's workers' rights bill risks a hard-won compromise on unfair dismissal. The legislation faces a crucial vote this week.
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