Starmer faces blow as union ally fights for job
Sir Keir Starmer could lose a key ally as Christina McAnea battles to keep her role as Unison general secretary. The result could reshape Labour's power structures and funding. Read the full analysis.
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Unite Union Threatens Historic Split from Labour Party
Labour's largest union donor, Unite, is reportedly discussing a formal split, citing 'broken promises' to workers. A historic disaffiliation could deliver a catastrophic blow to Keir Starmer's premiership.
Unite union mulls historic split from Labour Party
Labour's largest trade union backer, Unite, is reportedly discussing a formal split from the party, threatening Sir Keir Starmer's leadership and funding. Read the full story.
Welsh Rugby Governance Crisis Exposed in Springboks Match
Welsh rugby faces a perfect storm as the national team, stripped of key players, takes on South Africa. This fixture exposes years of poor governance from the WRU, letting down players and fans alike.
US Union Leader Pleads Not Guilty in Protest Case
Southern California labour leader David Huerta pleads not guilty to a misdemeanour charge following an immigration raid protest. His trial is set for January 2026.
CFMEU Officials Jailed for Bribery Scandal
Two former CFMEU officials sentenced for corruptly taking bribes. The union pledges to rebuild after this 'egregious breach of trust'. Read the full details.
HMRC worker refuses office return, blames union
A UK tax office worker's refusal to return to the office post-lockdown sparks legal battle, with union advice at the centre of the controversy. Exclusive details on the employment tribunal case.
Teamsters Union Endorses Trump in 2025 Election Shock
In a dramatic political shift, the powerful Teamsters union has thrown its support behind Donald Trump for the 2025 presidential election, creating shockwaves across the American political landscape.
Union Jack poppy tins spark Royal British Legion controversy
The Royal British Legion faces criticism after volunteers were pictured using Union Jack-decorated collection tins for poppy appeals, breaking from traditional design in what some call a 'political statement' during the sensitive remembrance period.
Eddie Jones returns as Japan rugby coach
Controversial coach Eddie Jones makes stunning comeback to Japanese rugby just months after walking away from Wallabies disaster during Autumn Nations Series.
Rail union boss's Las Vegas trip funded by members
RMT union leader Mick Lynch faces scrutiny after spending thousands on a Las Vegas conference and luxury hotel stays, funded by members' subscription fees during a cost of living crisis.
Oxford Union pays £25,000 for Trump Instagram post
The prestigious Oxford Union faces mounting criticism after paying £25,000 for an Instagram post featuring Donald Trump, sparking outrage among students and alumni over the controversial expenditure.
Cafe owner defies council over Union Jack mural
A Westminster cafe owner faces council pressure to remove a Union Flag mural despite local support, sparking debate about national pride and local authority overreach in central London.
Union Chief Demands Rescue Plan for UK Manufacturing
Unite union leader Alan Jones issues stark warning as Britain's manufacturing sector faces catastrophic decline, calling for immediate intervention to save vital industries and skilled jobs.
RMT union boss Alan Jones suspended in internal probe
Rail union general secretary Alan Jones has been suspended from his role pending an internal investigation, creating turmoil within the RMT leadership during critical negotiations.
MPs target TikTok over UK 'union-busting' claims
Cross-party politicians demand investigation into TikTok's alleged suppression of workers' rights and union recognition efforts at their UK offices.
African Union completes Mogadishu withdrawal after 17 years
In a landmark security transition, African Union peacekeepers have withdrawn from key military bases in Mogadishu, handing control to Somali forces amid ongoing counter-terrorism operations.
Starbucks Accused of Illegally Firing Union Organisers
Starbucks faces a major legal and PR crisis as US labour officials allege the coffee chain illegally fired over 20 employees across multiple states for their union organising efforts.
London Grinds to Halt in Major Tube Strike Over Pay
Commuters face travel misery as London Underground drivers, led by union barons, stage a massive strike demanding a pay rise, crippling the capital's transport network.
National Trust in flag fury after removing Union Jack
The National Trust has ignited a fierce debate after contractors were seen removing the large Union Flag from the Bantham Ham stone tower in Devon. The move, done without prior consultation, has been branded an 'act of cultural vandalism' by critics and l
TFL invites RMT to resume talks after London Tube strikes
Transport for London has formally invited the RMT union back to the negotiating table following a week of crippling Tube strikes that brought the capital to a standstill, as both sides seek a resolution to the ongoing dispute over working conditions.
Charlie Kirk Oxford Speech Sparks Free Speech Debate
US conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's controversial Oxford Union speech ignites a fierce transatlantic debate on free speech, cancel culture, and the limits of campus discourse as UK and US Republicans rally to his defence.
Union Boss Condemns Tory Hypocrisy Over Strike Laws
RMT union leader Mick Lynch accuses the Conservative government of hypocrisy for using agency workers to break strikes while enforcing Minimum Service Levels laws on unions.
Union Boss's Stark Warning to Starmer: Don't Betray Workers
Unite leader Sharon Graham delivers a bombshell warning to Keir Starmer, vowing to withhold support and funding if Labour backtracks on key pledges to workers. The future of the party's relationship with unions hangs in the balance.
Rachel Reeves' Union Links: Shadow Chancellor's Ties Exposed
Labour's Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over her close relationship with Unite union leader Sharon Graham, raising questions about union influence on economic policy ahead of the general election.
London Tube & Bus Drivers Announce Mass Strike Over Pay
Commuters across London face severe disruption as thousands of Tube and bus drivers, represented by the RMT and Unite unions, plan a coordinated 24-hour strike in late July over an ongoing pay dispute with Transport for London.
Tube Strike Threatens Coldplay Wembley Concert Travel
RMT union announces 24-hour London Underground strike on June 22nd, coinciding with Coldplay's sold-out Wembley Stadium concert, causing major travel disruption fears for thousands of fans.
UK's 'Plastic Patriotism' Problem Exposed in New Report
A scathing new report reveals how performative 'patriotism' is undermining the UK's global standing and real national values. Discover the difference between true British identity and empty symbolism.
The Surprising Truth About Modern British Patriotism
New research reveals a profound shift in British identity, moving from traditional symbols like flag-waving to a deeper commitment to civic values, community, and the NHS. Discover what patriotism means in the UK today.
Kemi Badenoch: Why We Must Fly Our Flags With Pride
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch delivers a powerful defence of British patriotism, arguing that flying the Union Flag is a symbol of national unity, not division, in the face of 'woke' criticism.
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