A devastating look at how policy shifts in 2025 have dismantled global health aid, targeting reproductive rights and disproportionately endangering women and girls worldwide. Read the full analysis.
Parents at Rebecca Adlington's Swim! school face a hidden process to reclaim money for cancelled lessons. Consumer lawyers warn the practice may be unfair. Read the full investigation.
The ACCC takes HelloFresh and Youfoodz to court, alleging over 100,000 customers were misled by difficult-to-cancel subscriptions. Read the full details.
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.
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.
A damning UN report accuses New Zealand of backsliding on Māori rights and breaching the Treaty of Waitangi. Read the full findings and the government's response.
Pharmacy experts raise alarm over low-dose iron products sold in UK supermarkets and online, calling for stricter regulation to protect consumers from misleading claims.
Former US President Joe Biden condemned Republicans for weaponising transgender rights, urging the LGBTQ+ community to 'fight back' against Trump's administration at a Washington DC conference.
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.
Frasers Group reports a 5.8% drop in UK sports division sales to £1.3bn, blaming tough market conditions. The retail giant, however, maintains its annual profit forecast. Read the full analysis.
The parents of a Colombian fisherman killed in a US airstrike have filed a formal human rights complaint. Exclusive details on the first legal challenge to Trump's anti-drug boat bombings.
The OECD forecasts UK growth will outpace major EU economies in 2025, but warns household budgets will be squeezed by fiscal policy, limiting consumer spending. Read the full analysis.
UK food inflation eased to 3% in November, down from 3.7% in October, as Black Friday discounts hit shops. However, experts warn of persistent pressures and challenges ahead for retailers and consumers.
Exclusive: New evidence reveals a London builder may have lied about major heart surgery, using the same hospital photos to con customers two years apart. Read the full investigation.
Early Black Friday discounts helped slow UK shop price rises to 0.6% in November, below the three-month average. Read the full analysis from the British Retail Consortium.
KPMG forecasts UK GDP growth will slow to 1% in 2026, with unemployment rising to 5.2%. Business surveys reveal deepening pessimism across services and manufacturing sectors.
UK high street visits fell sharply on Black Friday as cost of living pressures bite. New data and KPMG report warn weak consumer spending will curb 2026 growth. Read the full analysis.
The UK economy is forecast to slow to 1.0% growth in 2026, with rising unemployment and a stealth tax squeeze hitting household spending. Discover the full economic outlook.
A tale of two economies this festive season as high earners in affluent areas spend freely while others struggle with debt and inflation. Discover the data shaping UK retail.
Acclaimed cartoonist Martin Rowson delivers scathing visual commentary on Labour's controversial workers' rights manifesto changes. Discover the artistic protest.
Asda reports 3.8% sales decline to £5.1bn, blaming self-inflicted IT issues while criticising government for 'killing consumer confidence'. Read the full analysis.
Adena Brands, owner of Monsoon and Accessorize, warns Chancellor Rachel Reeves' tax increases are forcing it to stop growth investment. Read the full financial impact.
Discover how your Black Friday 2025 shopping choices reflect your personality traits and values. Are you a bargain hunter or conscious consumer? Find out now!
British singer Olivia Dean condemns 'vile' ticket resale practices, prompting Ticketmaster to issue partial refunds and cap prices. Discover how artists are fighting back.
Sugababes, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Wolf Alice join Olly Alexander's Trans Mission charity concert at Wembley Arena to support trans rights and fight discrimination. Tickets on sale December 2nd.
Guardian readers across America reveal how rising prices and unemployment fears are forcing them to cut back on festive spending. Discover how economic uncertainty is changing holiday traditions.
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 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.
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.
UK shoppers warned of Black Friday fraud risks and misleading discounts. Which? research shows 83% of promoted deals are cheaper at other times. Stay safe and research before buying.