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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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.
One in Nine UK Teens Approached by Criminals
A major UK survey finds one in nine 13-17 year olds asked to handle drugs, weapons or money. Over 120,000 teens accepted, revealing a hidden crisis of child criminal exploitation.
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.
Gang Rape Convictions Overturned on Appeal in NSW
Three NSW men have had their convictions for gang raping three teenagers overturned. Two will face a retrial, while a third is acquitted. Read the full legal details.
Girl, 13, gang raped in Paris KFC toilets, four arrested
A 13-year-old girl was dragged into a KFC toilet in Paris and gang raped by four men. The suspects, aged 18-24, were arrested and face up to 20 years in prison. Read the latest on this horrific attack and the wider issue of sexual violence in France.
London councils spend £555m on private firms in 2024
Exclusive report reveals London councils' £555m reliance on consultants and outsourcing firms for basic services, raising democratic concerns. Read the full investigation.
Croydon gang jailed for violent sword attack on boys
Four men have been sentenced for a horrific, unprovoked attack on two 16-year-olds in Whyteleafe, involving a samurai sword and a car. One attacker jailed for over eight years.
County Lines: Decade of child exploitation leaves scars
Ten years after 'county lines' drug dealing was identified, exploited children face death, prison, or severe mental trauma. New police figures show the crisis is not abating.
California mass shooting at child's party kills four
A mass shooting at a toddler's birthday party in Stockton, California, left four dead and 11 injured. Victims include three children. Police search for multiple suspects.
Girl begged 'call my mum' as she lay dying in Tottenham
A court hears the tragic final moments of Tanesha Melbourne-Blake, 17, an unintended victim of a 2018 gang shooting in Tottenham. The trial continues at the Old Bailey.
Haiti Gangs Launch Large-Scale Attacks, Burn Homes
Heavily armed gangs have overrun central Haiti, killing civilians and displacing hundreds. Police warn of a historic security failure as the crisis deepens. Read the full report.
UK bills to fund £2bn yearly subsidies for EDF nuclear
British energy bill payers will fund £2bn annually to EDF for Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C nuclear plants. Discover how Contracts for Difference impact your bills.
Washington DC Shooting & Trump Legal News
Sky News' Trump100 podcast reacts to the Washington DC shooting and explores a potential legal victory for the former president. Listen now for the full analysis.
Cricket stars warned not to sign Hundred contracts
The Professional Cricketers' Association advises players against signing The Hundred contracts amid a dispute with franchise owners over controversial 12-month release clauses. Learn more about the standoff.
Trump ends protected status for 340,000 Haitians
The Trump administration terminates Temporary Protected Status for Haitian migrants, forcing their return despite a severe humanitarian crisis in Haiti. Discover the implications.
TfL's £4.3m annual phone bill revealed
Transport for London discloses it spent £4 million annually with O2 before switching to Vodafone. Discover the full financial details revealed by a Freedom of Information request.
Lambeth mums protest over 'fake casual' maternity pay
Protesters demand proper maternity pay for Lambeth leisure centre staff on 'fake casual' contracts. Join the fight for workers' rights in Brixton.
Three arrested after gang rape in Rome park
Three men have been arrested after a gang attacked a couple in a Rome park, forcing the boyfriend to watch as they raped his fiancée. Police continue to search for other suspects.
Tattoo removal offers second chance to Australians
Australia's tattoo removal industry has nearly tripled, helping people remove gang symbols, Nazi tattoos and marks of abuse through free programs offering fresh starts.
Victims Denied Compensation Over Criminal Records
Exclusive: Victims of grooming gangs and modern slavery are being denied government compensation due to unspent criminal convictions, Sky News analysis reveals.
Arsenal's Full Squad Contract Expiry Dates Revealed
Arsenal are progressing on a new Bukayo Saka deal as we break down every first-team player's contract expiry date. Discover the Gunners' long-term plans.
Women's strike, gang recapture in global photos
Powerful images from Friday include South African women's anti-violence protest, Guatemalan gang leader capture, and West Bank tensions. See the world through Guardian's lens.
RMT: Bring Tube Cleaners In-House
RMT union demands London Underground cleaning contracts be brought in-house, as over 2,000 outsourced cleaners are denied sick pay and fair pensions. A demonstration is planned at City Hall.
Moss Side murder convictions referred to appeal court
Three men convicted under joint enterprise laws for 2016 Moss Side murder have cases referred to Court of Appeal after CCRC finds new evidence undermines gang narrative.
Microsoft 'ripped off NHS' in £700m deal, say MPs
Labour MP alleges Microsoft overcharged the NHS in major software contracts as MPs call for more government spending with British tech firms. Discover the details.
Sports lawyer Simon Leaf on life-changing legal battles
Discover how sports lawyer Simon Leaf handles everything from £1bn deals to heart condition diagnoses for footballers. Learn about the unseen legal world shaping modern sports.
Hospital cleaners secure £2,000 pay rise after strike vote
Nearly 400 hospital cleaners and porters in South London have won improved pay and conditions after threatening strike action over unequal contracts.
Alex Karp: Palantir's Surveillance Tech Under Scrutiny
Explore the controversial journey of Palantir CEO Alex Karp, whose data analysis technology fuels global surveillance while his political allegiances shift dramatically.
NHS staff secure improved contracts after strike action threat
Over 330 low-paid NHS workers at St George's, Epsom and St Helier hospitals have secured full Agenda for Change contracts following strike vote. The deal addresses pay disparities and provides backdated benefits worth millions.
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