New data reveals almost 2,000 UK pubs have closed permanently in five years. Industry leaders warn Dry January and soaring business rates could be a fatal blow. Find out how to support your local.
Your guide to the 2026 financial changes: energy price cap rises 0.2% in January, national living wage increases 4.1% in April, and three Bank of England rate decisions. Plan your budget now.
New analysis reveals part-time workers on the National Living Wage can now qualify for auto-enrolment pensions by working just 15 hours a week, a significant boost for retirement savings.
New analysis reveals part-time workers on the National Living Wage can now qualify for a workplace pension. Discover how this change boosts retirement savings for thousands.
Pan-Asian chain Wagamama flags 'selective' menu price increases next year as labour and food costs rise. The move follows significant minimum wage hikes and NI changes. Read the full story.
Pan-Asian chain Wagamama warns of selective menu price increases next year as labour and food costs are set to rise by 4-5%. Find out how the National Minimum Wage hike and NI contributions are impacting your favourite restaurants.
Millions of US workers will see pay rises in 2026 as 22 states increase minimum wage. Experts warn inflation may offset gains. Full state list and analysis inside.
HMRC urges UK workers to check December payslips for minimum wage underpayments. Learn the current rates and how to report 'unacceptable' deductions.
Former minister Alan Milburn warns of a 'lost generation' as he launches a review into youth inactivity, questioning if the rising minimum wage prices young people out of jobs. Read his stark analysis.
A Guardian letter highlights the stark class divide behind New Zealand's debate over long summer holidays. Minimum wage workers are excluded from the luxury of a break stretching from Christmas to March. Read the full analysis.
Millions of UK workers will see a pay rise of up to £975 from April 2026 as the National Minimum Wage increases. Find out how much more you'll earn.
Santa Fe becomes the first US city to directly tie minimum wage increases to rental costs, aiming to ensure workers can afford to live where they work. Discover how this groundbreaking policy works.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves presents her first budget with a mansion tax and end to the two-child benefit cap. Will it give Labour's government the direction it needs?
TUC's Paul Nowak hails Labour's first Budget for cutting energy costs, raising wages above inflation, and scrapping the two-child benefit cap, lifting thousands from poverty.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a £15bn budget with major changes to benefits, taxes, wages, and NHS funding. Discover how the new policies affect you.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a 4.1% rise in the National Living Wage to £12.71, boosting pay for 2.7 million workers. Discover the full impact on low-paid employees and business concerns.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers second budget with tax increases, minimum wage rises and NHS focus. Get the latest on what's changing for UK households and businesses.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her second Budget with tax rises to fill a public finance black hole. National Living Wage to increase to £12.71. Full details inside.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils her autumn spending plan, focusing on wage increases and tackling the cost of living. Discover how the Budget affects you.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves promises the biggest growth drive in a generation while warning of tax rises to fix public finances. Full Budget details revealed.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces business backlash over minimum wage increases and wealth taxes in her make-or-break Budget. Will her cost-of-living measures balance the books?
New national licensing reforms will introduce rigorous vetting for all taxi drivers in England to improve passenger safety and tackle out-of-area working issues.
Uber Eats and DoorDash agree to a historic reform plan with the Transport Workers Union, setting a minimum pay rate and new protections for tens of thousands of delivery riders and drivers.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils budget tackling cost of living crisis with minimum wage rises and tax increases, while battling to keep Labour MPs supportive amid £20bn spending gap.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces an inflation-busting minimum wage increase for millions, promising to 'properly reward' workers as business leaders warn it could drive unemployment.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a 4.1% minimum wage increase, benefiting 2.7 million workers. Young workers see the biggest rises as the government aims to improve living standards.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major minimum wage hike for 2.7 million workers from April 2025. Discover how the new rates will impact your pay.
Australia's food delivery giants, DoorDash and Uber Eats, have agreed with the Transport Workers' Union on a landmark deal for minimum pay and accident insurance for drivers. Discover the details of this world-first initiative.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers major Budget with minimum wage boost, rail fare freeze and potential two-child benefit limit scrapping. Full analysis of Wednesday's announcements.
Millions of American workers will see pay rises in January 2026, but experts warn inflation may erode gains. Discover which states are affected and what it means for businesses.