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.
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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.
Business chiefs back Employment Rights Bill despite concerns
Six major industry groups have written to Business Secretary Peter Kyle, urging Parliament to pass the Employment Rights Bill after a key compromise on day-one unfair dismissal rights was reached.
Racing Santander duo's 1975 Franco protest remembered
Fifty years on, Aitor Aguirre and Sergio Manzanera recall their black armband protest against executions in Franco's Spain, the death threats, and a lifelong bond forged in courage.
Unlimited unfair dismissal payouts considered by Labour
Labour ministers propose scrapping the £118k cap on unfair dismissal awards to appease unions after dropping 'day one' rights. Business groups warn of a surge in costly tribunal claims.
Workers Get Unfair Dismissal Rights After Six Months in 2027
UK workers will gain unfair dismissal protection after six months from 1 Jan 2027. Angela Rayner secured a faster timeline after talks with Business Secretary Peter Kyle. Read the details.
Firefighter wins £40k payout over diary snooping case
A firefighter forced out of her job after a colleague read her private diary wins a £42,853 tribunal payout for unfair dismissal and disability discrimination. Read the full story.
Rayner amends bill to speed up workers' rights changes
Angela Rayner tables amendment to implement reduced unfair dismissal qualifying period by 2026, bypassing lengthy consultation. The move follows Lords' intervention.
A 1975 Winter Walk in Sussex's Seven Sisters Park
Revisiting a 1975 country diary entry exploring the Seven Sisters cliffs and Cuckmere Haven. Discover the timeless beauty of this protected Sussex coastline and its wildlife. Read the full account.
Labour MPs Push for More Workers' Rights Concessions
Labour MPs demand stronger worker protections after government abandons day-one unfair dismissal rights. Backbenchers seek concessions on bogus self-employment arrangements.
Labour MPs revolt over Starmer workers' rights U-turn
Keir Starmer faces backbench fury after ditching day-one unfair dismissal protection. Labour MPs call it a 'complete betrayal' of manifesto promises. Read the full story.
Labour drops day-one unfair dismissal from workers' rights bill
Labour government makes surprise U-turn on manifesto commitment to day-one unfair dismissal protection, sparking backlash from unions and MPs while business groups welcome the compromise.
Gov U-turn: Day-one employment rights scrapped
The government has abandoned controversial 'day-one' employment rights after House of Lords pressure. Discover how the new six-month rule will affect UK businesses and workers.
Met Police loses bid to sack officer over offensive remarks
The Metropolitan Police has failed in its High Court challenge to dismiss a sergeant who made offensive comments to female colleagues. Read the full tribunal ruling details.
Labour accused of manifesto breach over workers' rights
Labour faces accusations of a second manifesto breach in two days after watering down its promise to give workers protection from unfair dismissal from day one.
Government U-turns on unfair dismissal pledge
The government has reversed its promise to give workers unfair dismissal rights from day one, setting a new six-month qualifying period. Find out what this means for employees and businesses.
Government U-turns on unfair dismissal rights
The government has reversed its pledge to protect workers from unfair dismissal from day one, setting a new six-month qualifying period. Discover what this means for your employment rights.
Government ditches day-one unfair dismissal policy
Labour waters down its flagship workers' rights bill, replacing day-one unfair dismissal protection with a six-month threshold. Find out what this U-turn means for businesses and employees.
Labour U-turns on workers' rights manifesto pledge
The UK government has reversed its plan to grant unfair dismissal protection from day one. The right will now apply after six months. Discover the implications for businesses and workers.
Campbell's executive fired over 'poor people' remarks
Campbell's Soup dismisses a senior VP after alleged racist and derogatory comments about customers and Indian employees were recorded. Full story on the corporate scandal.
Police Officer Sacked for Misogynistic Erotic Writing
A Metropolitan Police detective has been dismissed for gross misconduct after writing misogynistic erotic fiction on his work laptop. Discover the full details of the case.
England's batting collapse costs Ashes Test in two days
England suffer humiliating two-day defeat in Perth as batting collapse against Australia's Mitchell Starc exposes team's fundamental weaknesses in Ashes showdown.
Howard Backs Four-Year Parliamentary Terms
Former PM John Howard joins current leader in rare bipartisan call for four-year parliamentary terms, marking 50th anniversary of Whitlam's dismissal. Read the full story.
Keating's Stark Warning on 1975 Whitlam Dismissal
Former PM Paul Keating delivers explosive comments on the 1975 constitutional crisis, drawing parallels to current political tensions. Read his full analysis.
The Dismissal: 50-Year Perspectives Revealed
Exclusive insights into how major players reflect on Australia's 1975 constitutional crisis five decades later. Discover the lasting impact and lessons learned.
Albanese: Whitlam Dismissal a 'Calculated Plot'
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese marks the 50th anniversary of Gough Whitlam's dismissal, calling it a 'calculated plot'. Also, Trump threatens BBC, and Melbourne plans transport expansion.
Matty Healy deletes 1975 song, fans feel 'violated'
The 1975 frontman Matty Healy has caused controversy among fans after unexpectedly deleting a track from the band's 2022 album 'Being Funny in a Foreign Language', leaving listeners feeling 'violated' and confused.
Harrods brand faces legal action over 14-day work claims
A former employee alleges she was dismissed after complaining about working 14 consecutive days and claims she's owed £16,000 in unpaid wages from the luxury retailer.
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