DWP Launches Quick Online Service for Attendance Allowance
The Department for Work and Pensions has unveiled a new digital service for Attendance Allowance claims, slashing application times and making the process easier for older Brits.
Category : Employment
US Jobless Claims Hit 8-Month High on Omicron
New data from the US Labor Department reveals a sharp, unexpected rise in weekly jobless claims, signalling fresh economic turbulence driven by the Omicron variant.
Exec wins ADHD discrimination case after sauna night sacking
A senior female executive, dismissed after a boozy work trip incident involving a forgotten key and a night in a sauna, has won a discrimination claim. An employment tribunal ruled her ADHD was a factor in her sacking.
Dubai Recruiters Slam 'Ibiza Mentality' of British Expats
Exclusive: Dubai recruitment agencies are blacklisting British workers, citing an arrogant 'Ibiza' party attitude, poor work ethic, and unrealistic salary demands that clash with the UAE's professional culture.
Cheesecake Cafe worker wins unfair dismissal case over cold
A former employee of Cheesecake Cafe in Manchester has won a significant employment tribunal case after being unfairly dismissed for raising concerns about working in freezing conditions without adequate heating.
£7600 Pension Gender Gap Exposed in UK
A damning new report exposes a massive £7600 annual pension divide between men and women in the UK, highlighting a severe retirement crisis for female workers.
£19 Billion in Benefits Unclaimed During Cost of Living Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals over £19 billion in crucial benefits went unclaimed last year, leaving millions of struggling Britons without vital financial support during the cost of living crisis.
Urgent DWP warning: Check accounts for £5k payment
The Department for Work and Pensions is urging millions of Brits to check their bank accounts as a major £5,000 cost of living support payment is being issued. Here's who qualifies and how to claim.
Germany's Skills Shortage Crisis Deepens, Warns Hays
Europe's largest economy, Germany, is facing a severe skills shortage that is crippling its key industries and threatening its competitive edge, according to a major report from recruitment giant Hays.
Burger King worker sacked after manager's viral video tirade
A Burger King employee in London was fired after a manager's furious outburst over a reportedly stolen meal was caught on camera, sparking outrage over workplace treatment and corporate policy.
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.
Mum of five forced to sleep in car with children
A desperate mother-of-five reveals the harsh reality of NSW's housing crisis as her family is forced to sleep in their car, facing freezing nights and an uncertain future.
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.
Father-of-two mechanic crushed to death by car in garage
A young father-of-two, Tom Williams, 27, was tragically killed when a car he was working on fell on him at a garage in Bury. The inquest hears harrowing details of the health and safety failure.
Women Still Face Concrete Ceiling in UK Workplace
A damning new study exposes the persistent barriers preventing women from reaching senior leadership roles in the UK, with progress stalling despite decades of equality pledges.
Meteorologist wins huge payout in gender discrimination case
Award-winning US weather presenter Alexis McAdams wins a substantial settlement after a tribunal found she was subjected to a hostile work environment, intimidation, and denied prime shifts in favour of male colleagues at Fox-owned WFLD in Chicago.
Inferno Ravages Historic Grade II Mansion in Staffordshire
A devastating overnight fire has torn through the abandoned Grade II-listed Swinfen Hall in Staffordshire, with emergency crews battling the blaze for hours. Locals report hearing explosions as the historic 18th-century manor, already at risk, suffered ca
Expert Tips to Stop Hating & Start Loving Your Job
Feeling the Sunday Scaries? Discover practical, evidence-based strategies from workplace psychologists to transform your daily grind into a source of joy and fulfilment, from 'thin-slicing' your tasks to embracing your authentic self at the office.
Mum's fury as neighbour's CCTV spies on her garden
A UK mother is embroiled in a bitter privacy row after discovering her neighbour had installed a security camera specifically trained on her family garden, sparking fury and fears over her children's safety.
UK's 'Fire and Rehire' Crackdown: New Law Grants 25% Compensation Boost
The UK government unveils a powerful new statutory Code of Practice to curb the controversial 'fire and rehire' tactics used by some employers, granting tribunals the power to uplift compensation by 25% for violations, a major win for workforce security.
New UK Childcare Scheme 'Could Cost Parents Thousands'
Exclusive investigation reveals a major flaw in the UK's new 'Universal Credit Childcare' system, with parents facing unexpected bills of up to £1,800 due to a critical payment timing loophole. Discover why families are at risk.
Wetherspoon's staff sacked over food discount 'misuse'
Exclusive: Multiple Wetherspoon's employees have been abruptly dismissed, accused of exploiting a generous company food discount. The pub chain defends its decision, while former staff claim the rules were unclear and the punishment overly harsh.
Sweden moves 5,000-tonne church 3km in epic operation
In an unprecedented feat of engineering, the historic Kiruna Church in Swedish Lapland was successfully moved 3km to a new location to save it from town-destroying mining subsidence. This is the story of the monumental operation.
Labour Review Paves Way for State Pension Age of 70
A major Labour-commissioned review could lead to the state pension age rising to 70, a move that would see a quarter of the adult population working into their eighth decade by 2075.
DWP Calculator Finds £7,300/yr in Unclaimed Benefits
Exclusive: A free and anonymous online tool from the DWP is helping UK households discover they are entitled to an average of £7,300 per year in unclaimed benefits. Learn how to check your eligibility in minutes.
Highgate Cemetery 'bunker' plan sparks heritage outcry
A contentious proposal to construct a new two-storey building for gardeners at London's historic Highgate Cemetery has ignited a fierce battle between conservationists and trustees over the site's future.
£23bn Benefits Unclaimed - Millions Missing Out
Shocking new data reveals over 7 million UK households are missing out on vital financial support. Discover which benefits are going unclaimed and how to check your eligibility.
Cicero's Lost Roman Villa & Bathhouse Discovered in Kent
A team of archaeologists has made a stunning discovery in Kent, unearthing the remains of a grand Roman bathhouse complex submerged in a river. The site is now believed to be the long-lost villa of the famed orator Cicero, a find that rewrites British his
Wetherspoons manager unfairly sacked over staff discount
A former Wetherspoons manager was dismissed for 'gross misconduct' after purchasing a discounted meal for a colleague. An employment tribunal has now ruled her sacking was unfair, exposing a severe disciplinary overreach by the pub chain.
DWP scam warning: Fraudsters target benefit claimants
The DWP has issued an urgent warning about a sophisticated scam targeting benefit claimants. Learn how to spot the fraud and protect yourself.
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