Cancer patient's struggle as Trump ends remote work for husband
A Maryland woman with stage four cancer faces a desperate battle as her federal worker husband is forced back to the office, threatening their healthcare and livelihood. Read her story.
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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.
US Restaurant Staff: Immigrant Voices Reveal Exploitation
A new report exposes the harsh realities for immigrant restaurant staff in the US, detailing wage theft and poor conditions. Read their powerful stories and the push for change.
LA wildfire survivors face bleak Christmas in temporary homes
Survivors of the devastating Los Angeles wildfire face a sombre Christmas in temporary housing, with many still awaiting permanent homes and grappling with trauma.
Mum awarded £5k after council failings led to rough sleeping
A North London mother received £5,250 compensation after Brent Council's errors left her and her children without a home for over a year. Read the full Ombudsman report.
EasyJet Christmas strike threat at Luton Airport
EasyJet passengers face festive travel chaos as 200 Luton Airport staff plan a six-day strike over pay. Check your flight status now for 19-22 & 26-29 Dec.
Record 172,000 children in England's temporary housing
Official figures reveal an 8.2% annual rise in children living in temporary accommodation in England. The Guardian is seeking to hear from affected UK parents about the impact on family life and education.
New UK Strategy to Lift 550,000 Children from Poverty
The UK government's new child poverty strategy includes help to leave temporary housing and childcare support, aiming to lift over half a million children out of poverty by 2030.
Australian Skydiving Instructors Strike Over Pay
Skydiving instructors in three Australian states have walked out in a historic strike over pay and conditions, disrupting flights during the busy festive season. Read the full story on the industrial action.
Council pays £250 to domestic abuse victim over poor communication
A West London council has apologised and paid £250 to a domestic abuse victim after a watchdog found poor communication caused her 'frustration and uncertainty' over her housing situation.
East Coast Gas Reserve Plan Expected Next Week
The Albanese government is set to reveal a new east coast gas reservation scheme, facing calls from unions and manufacturers to target exporters and lower prices now. Read the latest.
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.
Human Rights Groups Demand FIFA Action on 2026 World Cup
Leading human rights organisations urge FIFA to address serious concerns over migrant worker welfare and policing ahead of the 2026 World Cup in North America. Read the full report.
Greek Trial of Aid Workers for Facilitating Migration Begins
The landmark trial of 24 aid workers accused of helping migrants enter Greece is set to begin in Lesbos. Follow the case that raises critical questions about humanitarian aid and border security.
UK agency workers denied millions in holiday pay
A UK staffing agency failed to pay temporary workers their full holiday pay, withholding millions. Discover the legal breach and its impact on workers' rights.
Mortuary workers exposed to high toxin levels from crash bodies
A coroner's report reveals mortuary staff faced 'significant chemical hazard' from formalin on repatriated Air India crash victims. Read the full investigation.
ICE Raids Target LA Car Washes, 346 Workers Detained
Exclusive interview reveals the trauma of ICE raids on Los Angeles car wash workers. Advocacy group details 'psychological warfare' and over 100 operations. Read the full story.
Starbucks strike escalates as union demands first contract
Starbucks Workers United threatens the 'longest and biggest' strike in company history as 2,500 baristas walk out, demanding a fair contract after four years of unionisation efforts.
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.
Agency staff join Birmingham bin strike over bullying claims
Agency workers hired to cover Birmingham's bin strikes have voted to walk out themselves, alleging bullying and harassment. The dispute, ongoing since January, shows no sign of ending.
Birmingham bin strike escalates as agency staff join walkout
Agency workers covering for striking Birmingham bin crews have themselves voted for strike action over alleged bullying and harassment, deepening the long-running dispute. Read the latest.
Kingston Council to buy 150 homes with £63m loan
Kingston Council will borrow £63.1 million to purchase 150 homes, moving families from expensive temporary accommodation into secure housing and slashing long-term costs.
Your Party Conference Divided Over Leadership and Membership
Jeremy Corbyn's new leftwing party faces internal strife as Zarah Sultana boycotts conference opening over Socialist Workers ban. Read about the power struggles threatening the fledgling movement.
Sultana boycotts Your Party conference over expulsions
MP Zarah Sultana skips first day of Your Party conference in Liverpool, condemning expulsion of left-wing members as 'witch hunt'. Read the latest developments.
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.
Cartoonist Rowson Targets Labour's Workers' Rights Shift
Acclaimed cartoonist Martin Rowson delivers scathing visual commentary on Labour's controversial workers' rights manifesto changes. Discover the artistic protest.
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.
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