Business UK Government Explores Flexible Probation Periods to Address Long-Term SicknessBy Scott Dylan2 October 2024 The UK government is evaluating a new approach in employment law to tackle the rising number of long-term sickness cases.…
Business GMB calls for government to prioritise union-friendly firms in public contractsBy Scott Dylan23 September 2024 GMB has urged the government to give preferential treatment to companies that recognise trade unions when awarding public contracts. This…
Business Rayner and Reynolds Clash Over Proposed Workers Rights ReformsBy Scott Dylan16 September 2024 The debate over proposed reforms to workers’ rights has intensified, with Angela Rayner and Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds embroiled in…
Business Rayner signals potential delays to key employment reformsBy Scott Dylan16 August 2024 Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has hinted at potential delays in the government’s ambitious workers’ rights reforms. Speaking at a…
Business Amazon’s Coventry Workers Vote in Historic Union BallotBy Scott Dylan9 July 2024 In a groundbreaking move, Amazon workers at the Coventry warehouse have initiated a historic union recognition ballot.The ballot’s outcome could…
Business Amazon Protests Erupt Across the UK as Workers’ Rights Ballot CommencesBy Scott Dylan7 July 2024 Protests have erupted at Amazon warehouses across the UK as workers begin casting votes in a historic ballot to force…
Business Labours Zero-Hours Ban Faces Backlash from Hospitality Leaders Over Economic Impact ConcernsBy Scott Dylan4 June 2024 Industry leaders have raised significant concerns over Labour’s proposed ban on exploitative zero-hours contracts, emphasising potential economic drawbacks and complicated…
