Next boss: Living Wage hike risks 100,000 retail jobs
Next CEO Lord Wolfson cautions that the National Living Wage increase to £11.44 could trigger significant job losses and price rises across UK retail sector.
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Man Utd Reveal £555m Wage Bill & £28.7m Loss
Exclusive: Manchester United's latest financial figures expose a record £555.1m wage bill and a £28.7m loss, with the club's absence from this season's Champions League set to deal a further significant financial blow.
UK Pay Growth Slumps as Unemployment Rises
Exclusive analysis of the UK's latest labour market data reveals a worrying slowdown in wage growth coupled with rising unemployment, putting fresh pressure on household finances and the Bank of England's interest rate strategy.
UK Wage Growth Cools to 5.7% as Job Market Slows
New official figures reveal UK wage growth slowed to 5.7% in the three months to August 2025, as the labour market shows clear signs of cooling. Unemployment holds steady at 4.3% while job vacancies continue their decline.
UK Wage Growth Slows, Falling Behind Inflation
New data from the Office for National Statistics shows UK regular pay growth fell to 6.1%, lagging behind inflation and intensifying the cost-of-living crisis for workers.
UK Wage Growth Slows to 5.7% as Job Market Cools
Official figures show UK wage growth slowed to 5.7% while unemployment rose to 4.3%, signalling a cooling labour market that could influence Bank of England interest rate decisions.
UK Pay Growth Slumps as Job Losses Mount
New official data reveals a sharp slowdown in UK wage growth and rising job losses, presenting a major economic challenge for Chancellor Rachel Reeves and dashing hopes for interest rate cuts.
Family's shock as energy bill hits £15,000
A UK family shares their disbelief after receiving a staggering £15,000 electricity bill from British Gas, highlighting the severe impact of the ongoing energy crisis on ordinary households.
Australian workers secure largest income share in decade
New data reveals Australian employees are capturing a historically high share of national income, with strong wage growth finally outpacing profits in a major post-pandemic economic shift.
Isak's New Mega Newcastle Deal Ends Liverpool Dreams
Exclusive: Newcastle United's Swedish sensation Alexander Isak is set to sign a monumental new contract, ending Liverpool's hopes of a summer transfer and committing his future to the Magpies.
Bill Gates Names His 5 Favourite Must-Read Books
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates shares his five favourite books that offer profound insights into human nature, science, and society. Discover the reads that have shaped the billionaire's worldview.
Barclays Chief Urges Cap on Public Sector Pay Rises
Barclays CEO C.S. Venkatakrishnan calls for restraint in public sector wage increases to curb inflation, warning of economic consequences without fiscal discipline.
MPs condemn Asda app over high-cost staff loans
A parliamentary committee has launched a scathing attack on Asda and its financial app partner, Wagestream, for promoting high-interest loans and controversial financial products to its low-paid employees.
Lords block government's controversial Bill of Rights
The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.
Woolworths & Coles in A$1bn Wage Underpayment Scandal
Australia's retail titans, Woolworths and Coles, are embroiled in a massive wage underpayment scandal, with a combined bill of nearly A$1 billion owed to hundreds of thousands of past and present employees.
Ken Loach Leads London Protest Against Anti-Strike Bill
Acclaimed filmmaker Ken Loach joined trade unionists and activists in a major London demonstration against the government's controversial Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Bill, denouncing it as an attack on fundamental worker rights.
FA Mandates Minimum Wage for Women's Footballers
The Football Association has introduced a historic minimum wage for women's footballers in England's top two tiers, marking a pivotal moment for professionalism and player welfare in the game.
Crane Operator Job Ad Offering £3,000/Week Goes Viral
A job advertisement for a crane operator in Australia offering a staggering $6,000 AUD (£3,100) per week has gone viral, sparking a fierce debate about skilled labour shortages, wage inflation, and the cost of living crisis.
Secret email trick to boost your salary by thousands
Exclusive: HR insiders reveal the one email you MUST send after pay talks to dramatically increase your chances of a raise. The timing is everything.
Wellness App Offers High-Interest Loans to Low-Paid Workers
Exclusive investigation reveals UK financial wellbeing app targets vulnerable low-wage workers with costly credit products, raising serious ethical concerns about the fintech sector.
California Mandates Minimum Wage for Uber and Lyft Drivers
In a historic move, California's government has mandated a minimum wage and benefits for gig economy drivers, setting a new precedent for worker rights in the state.
Australia's Wealth Gap Widens in New Damning Report
A damning new report reveals Australia's wealth gap is widening at an alarming rate, with executive pay soaring while worker wages stagnate. Discover the stark realities of the nation's cost-of-living crisis.
Strictly's Thomas Skinner Reveals Celebrities Aren't Paid
Former 'Strictly Come Dancing' star Thomas Skinner has ignited a debate by revealing the show's celebrities are not paid to compete, while professional dancers face their own pay disputes with the BBC.
10 Expert Hacks to Slash Your Energy Bills Now
Energy bills set to rise? Don't panic. Our definitive guide reveals 10 practical, expert-backed strategies to reduce your gas and electricity costs immediately and save hundreds of pounds a year.
PLT's £6.25ph Burnley Job Ad Sparks Fury and Backlash
Fast-fashion giant PrettyLittle Thing faces a severe backlash and accusations of exploitation after advertising a warehouse job in Burnley for a shockingly low wage, reigniting the debate on workers' rights in the UK.
The shocking truth about becoming a UK millionaire
New research reveals the staggering number of years it would take the average British worker to earn £1 million. We break down the numbers and show why it's a near-impossible dream for most.
UK Barista Wages Surge Past White-Collar Jobs
A surprising economic shift is underway as UK service sector wages for baristas, bartenders, and hotel staff surge past traditional white-collar roles, driven by post-pandemic demand and a tight labour market.
Homeowner's nightmare over £16k water bill for hidden leak
A Brooklyn homeowner's life savings are threatened by a shock £16,000 water bill for a leak he didn't know about. Read his fight against the city's bureaucracy.
DoorDash to pay £1.7m for 'shocking' UK driver treatment
Food delivery giant DoorDash has been ordered to pay £1.7 million in a landmark UK ruling for systematically denying its couriers basic workers' rights, including minimum wage and holiday pay.
Labour's 'Stealth Tax': Minimum Wage Hike to Fuel Inflation
Business leaders sound the alarm as Labour's planned increase to the National Living Wage is branded an 'inflation tax' that could cripple SMEs and force price hikes across the UK.
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