£3.1m illegal tobacco seized in north London raids
Barnet Trading Standards officers have seized over £3 million worth of illegal tobacco, cigarettes, and vapes in a major crackdown across north London. Read about the raids and arrests.
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Amazon's Pricing Algorithms Drive Up Costs for US Schools
American schools are paying millions more for essential supplies due to Amazon's secretive algorithmic pricing. Discover the investigation's findings and its impact on education budgets.
UK's 25% US Drug Price Deal: A 'Problematic Precedent'
The UK's agreement to pay 25% more for new US medicines has sparked warnings it could set a dangerous precedent for Australia's Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme. Experts fear global ripple effects.
UK Minimum Wage Rise: Millions to Get £975 Boost
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 links minimum wage to rental affordability
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.
Reeves unveils Labour's 2025 budget with mansion tax
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?
Labour Budget Cuts Energy Bills and Axes Child Benefit Cap
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.
Budget 2025: Tobacco duty rises with inflation
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces inflation-linked tobacco duty hike in the Budget. Discover how much more cigarettes, cigars, and hand-rolling tobacco will cost.
National Living Wage to rise to £12.71 an hour
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.
Reeves' Budget: Tax Hikes and Minimum Wage Rise
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.
£1M illegal tobacco haul seized in van bust
Australian police uncover nearly £1 million in illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes during routine traffic stop. Major crackdown on illicit tobacco trade continues nationwide.
Reeves Braces for Business Clash Over Budget Tax Rises
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 safety standards for taxi drivers
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.
Australia's Gig Workers Win $32/Hour Pay Deal
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.
Rachel Reeves' Budget Faces £20bn Gap and Labour Backlash
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.
Minimum wage hike sparks business backlash over jobs
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.
UK Minimum Wage Rises to £12.71 for Millions
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.
UK Minimum Wage Rises to £12.71 for Millions
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 Sets World-First Minimum Pay for Gig Drivers
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.
Reeves Budget 2025: Tax, Benefits & Minimum Wage Changes
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.
US Minimum Wage Increases in 22 States for 2026
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.
Unions Urge Chancellor for 'Living Standards Budget'
TUC calls on Rachel Reeves to tackle child poverty and boost wages in a budget focused on working households. New data reveals a £317 weekly pay gap after years of stagnation.
TUC urges 'living standards budget' amid pay stagnation
Unions urge Chancellor Rachel Reeves to tackle child poverty and boost wages in the budget, as analysis reveals real pay has grown just 0.04% annually since 2010.
British Museum ends tobacco sponsorship deal
The British Museum terminates its 15-year partnership with Japan Tobacco International following government pressure and WHO guideline breaches. Discover the implications for cultural funding.
UK asylum reforms separate families, mother reveals pain
A mother in Yorkshire tells of being separated from her son for nine years due to new Labour asylum rules ending automatic family reunion. Discover the human impact of the policy.
Autumn Budget: What it means for your wallet
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her crucial Autumn Budget on November 26. Discover the key changes to income tax, minimum wage, benefits, and energy bills and how they will impact you.
Seven English areas see smoking rates rise despite national fall
Official data reveals smoking has declined to just 9.1% of UK adults, but seven areas including East Staffordshire show worrying increases. Discover the regional disparities and new government regulations.
King of Mini Mart crime network unmasked in UK
Undercover investigation reveals shadowy Kurdish crime network operating mini-marts nationwide, exploiting asylum seekers and selling illegal tobacco. Home Office launches probe.
Universal Credit Warning for the Self-Employed
Financial expert Vicky Parry reveals how self-employed people on Universal Credit could land in trouble with strict DWP income and expense rules. Learn how to avoid payment delays and sanctions.
Global Summit May Ban Cigarette Filters Over Pollution
A major WHO conference will debate banning cigarette filters, the world's most littered item causing toxic plastic pollution. Experts call for urgent action to protect the environment and public health.
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