Category : Employment


Confusion over Swinney's Mossmorran jobs comment

First Minister John Swinney caused confusion after appearing to guarantee job interviews for redundant Mossmorran workers, a pledge the Scottish Government later retracted. Discover the full story.

Firefighter loses 'fireman' term unfair dismissal case

A decorated firefighter lost his unfair dismissal claim after being disciplined for not challenging colleagues who used the term 'fireman'. The case followed a sexual harassment tribunal involving a female colleague. Read the full story.

Hong Kong fire kills 44, hundreds missing

At least 44 dead and hundreds missing after a devastating level 5 fire engulfs Hong Kong apartment blocks. Three executives arrested on suspicion of murder. Read the latest updates.

Australian Homes Win Top 2025 Dezeen Awards

Two Australian properties in Melbourne and Sydney have claimed top honours at the prestigious 2025 Dezeen Awards, showcasing exceptional architecture and interior design.

Reeves Abolishes Work From Home Tax Breaks

Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends tax relief for home workers from April 2025. Discover how this new policy affects your finances and the government's push for office returns.

Reeves' Pension Reform Risks Retirement Crisis

Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans to slash salary sacrifice pension allowance from £60,000 to £2,000, potentially leaving millions worse off in retirement. Experts warn this could deter saving and damage UK pension system.

HP to cut 6,000 jobs by 2028 in AI push

Tech giant HP announces plans to cut up to 10% of its global workforce, aiming to save $1 billion and integrate AI. Discover the impact on the UK tech sector.

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.

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.

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.

Page 70 of 114
Pickt mobile sticky banner — logo, tagline and CTA button