Labour's Ground Rent Cap Faces Pension Fund Backlash
Labour's proposal to cap ground rents at £250 per year for leasehold flat owners could negatively impact pension funds and deter foreign investment, warn City firms and industry leaders.
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Rhode Island Leads US in Employee Happiness, Study Finds
A new study by Bamboo HR identifies Rhode Island as the US state with the happiest employees, scoring 46% above the national average. Labour-market dynamics, not geography, drive this trend.
Rhode Island Named State with Happiest US Employees
Rhode Island has been identified as having the happiest employees in America, with a happiness score 46% above the national average, according to a new Bamboo HR study.
92-Year-Old Florida Woman Works at Store as Social Security Fails
Muriel Connick, a 92-year-old from Pompano Beach, Florida, works daily at Burlington to pay bills. A shopper's GoFundMe raised nearly $60,000 to help her retire and fix her home.
DWP Winter Support: Up to £775 for Energy Bills
The Department for Work and Pensions offers multiple winter schemes providing up to £775 in financial assistance for energy bills and living costs before April 2026.
Cate Blanchett Plans Garden for Cornish Eco-Home
Oscar-winning actress Cate Blanchett has submitted planning proposals for a garden and grass driveway at her clifftop eco-home in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, following previous local controversies.
UPS to Cut 30,000 Jobs in 2026 Turnaround Plan
UPS plans to eliminate up to 30,000 operational roles by 2026, adding to previous reductions, as it shifts from low-margin Amazon deliveries to boost profitability and revenue.
Self-Employed Pension Crisis: 82% Not Saving
Over four in five self-employed workers in the UK aren't paying into a pension, risking retirement poverty. Experts reveal practical strategies to secure your financial future.
UK Workers Set for £900 Pay Rise in April 2026
Millions of low-paid UK workers will benefit from a 4% wage increase in April 2026, with full-time employees potentially gaining up to £900 annually as part of a broader cost-of-living package.
Used EVs Best Lifetime Value Despite Fast Depreciation
University of Michigan research reveals used electric vehicles provide greater lifetime savings than petrol counterparts, driven by faster depreciation rates and lower operational costs.
Petition for Paid Menstrual Leave Hits 100,000 Signatures
A parliamentary petition calling for three days of paid leave monthly for endometriosis and adenomyosis sufferers has surpassed 100,000 signatures, triggering an MP debate.
Worker Keeps £180k After 330x Salary Mistake
A Chilean court has ruled that an employee who received 330 times his salary due to a payroll error can keep the £180,000 windfall, dismissing theft charges after a three-year legal battle.
Tribunal: Not Inviting Anxious Worker to Party Justified
An employment tribunal has ruled that deliberately not inviting a socially anxious employee to a work Christmas party was justified discrimination under UK law, despite being linked to her mental health condition.
Saudi Arabia Scales Back Neom Megacity Plans
Saudi Arabia's ambitious Neom megacity project, including the 125-mile Line development, is being significantly scaled back due to spiralling costs and delays, with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman ordering a major reevaluation.
Saudi Arabia's Neom Megacity Scaled Back Amid Soaring Costs
Saudi Arabia's ambitious Neom megacity project, including the 125-mile Line development, is being dramatically scaled back due to spiralling costs and construction delays, with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman ordering a major reevaluation.
Winter Fuel Payment Deadline for Pre-1959 Pensioners
The DWP has set a 28 January deadline for state pensioners born before September 1959 to contact them if they haven't received their Winter Fuel Payment of up to £300.
UK AI Job Losses Double Global Average, Study Finds
A Morgan Stanley study shows UK job losses from AI are twice the international average, with an 8% net loss. Sadiq Khan warns AI could become a 'weapon of mass destruction of jobs'.
Four Simple Styling Tricks to Personalise Your Home
Discover professional interior design tips from Lara Clarke on lighting, shelving, cushions and rugs to create a unique, expressive living space that reflects your personality.
Mum's Lifelong Mould Battle Reveals Hidden Truth
A mother of five in Newham shares her decades-long struggle with mould and damp, as community centres launch Warm Wash Centres to support vulnerable households.
Ground Rent Capped at £250 in Leasehold Reform
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces ground rent cap of £250 annually for leaseholders in England and Wales, with plans to ban new leasehold flats.
Labour Caps Ground Rents at £250 in Leasehold Reform
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announces sweeping leasehold reforms including a £250 annual ground rent cap and ban on new leasehold flats in England and Wales.
Starmer Announces Ground Rent Cap in Policy Boost
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled a cap on ground rents at £250, marking a significant policy shift for leaseholders across England and Wales.
Leasehold Reform: Ground Rent Cap and Commonhold Rights
The Government has unveiled sweeping leasehold reforms, including a £250 annual ground rent cap and the right for existing leaseholders to switch to commonhold ownership models.
Renters Suffer in Heatwave as Housing Standards Fail
As Australia endures record-breaking heatwaves, millions of renters are trapped in poorly insulated homes with soaring rents and unaffordable energy bills, creating serious public health risks.
UK Youth Anxious About Jobs, Economy and AI Impact
New research reveals over 70% of UK young adults are anxious about job prospects, with AI concerns rising sharply and many feeling unprepared for the workforce.
Perth Apprentice Loses Arm in Workshop Accident
An 18-year-old apprentice in Perth has suffered a devastating workplace injury, losing his right arm just weeks before he was due to qualify as a tradesman. WorkSafe WA has launched an investigation.
The Chaotic Reality of Food Delivery Work Exposed
A former Uber Eats cyclist reveals the harsh realities of food delivery work in London - from shockingly low pay and technical errors to account sharing scandals and the temptation to snack on orders.
US Worker Burnout Crisis Amid Economic Strain
Nearly a quarter of American workers report burnout, with Millennials hardest hit. Economic concerns and workplace pressures drive the crisis, affecting job satisfaction and retention.
UK AI Job Losses Double Global Average, Study Reveals
New research from Morgan Stanley shows UK job losses due to AI are twice the international average, with an 8% net decline, as unemployment hits a five-year high.
Wyoming Beats Florida in 2026 Retirement Rankings
A comprehensive new study reveals Wyoming as the best state to retire in 2026, with financial security, low taxes and safety outweighing traditional warm-weather destinations like Florida and Arizona.
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