Tories Block Labour's Workers' Rights Bill
The Conservative Party is systematically dismantling Labour's landmark employment rights bill, sparking accusations of sabotaging worker protections and siding with corporate interests.
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Harrods brand faces legal action over 14-day work claims
A former employee alleges she was dismissed after complaining about working 14 consecutive days and claims she's owed £16,000 in unpaid wages from the luxury retailer.
Sydney Transport Chaos: Trains Halt, Buses Gridlocked
Major transport disruption grips Sydney as signal failures cripple train services while road closures create bus gridlock, leaving thousands stranded during peak hours.
Met Police review after bus fare confrontation
Scotland Yard orders internal investigation after video shows police officers confronting a passenger over bus fare payment, sparking public outcry and transport safety concerns across London.
Tube workers secure 3-year pay deal with TfL
RMT union members overwhelmingly accept transformative pay package for London Underground staff, ending prolonged dispute with TfL and delivering significant wage increases through 2027.
Schoolboy, 11, fatally hit by train while on phone
A heartbreaking rail accident report reveals how an 11-year-old boy's mobile phone use contributed to a fatal level crossing incident, sparking urgent safety warnings.
Manslaughter probe after worker dies at Roman Tower site
Exclusive: Health and Safety Executive launches corporate manslaughter investigation after construction worker dies at Chester's controversial Roman Tower development site, raising urgent safety concerns.
LNER rail worker critical after stabbing - family hail hero
A railway worker for LNER remains in critical condition following a violent stabbing incident, with his family describing him as a hero and the train company expressing extreme pride in their employee.
Britain's Shadow Economy: The Hidden Workforce
An underground economy worth billions is thriving in Britain, built on the backs of migrants and exploited workers. Discover how labour market failures are creating a parallel economic system.
Westminster gains powers to regulate Central London pedicabs
Westminster Council gains unprecedented authority to regulate pedicabs in Central London, targeting noise pollution, safety concerns and unfair pricing practices that have plagued the West End.
London Tube Chaos: Severe Delays Hit Three Lines
Major disruption strikes Central, District and London Overground lines with severe delays and part-suspensions causing commuter chaos across the capital.
Labour's worker reforms risk economic growth, warn businesses
City business leaders sound alarm over Labour's employment law overhaul, warning sweeping worker rights reforms could hamstring Britain's competitiveness and investment appeal.
Worker dies trapped under collapsed medieval tower
A construction worker has died after being trapped for nearly half a day beneath the rubble of a collapsed 14th-century bell tower at St Mary's Church in Kent during restoration work.
Worker dies trapped under collapsed medieval tower
Emergency crews battled through the night to rescue a construction worker trapped beneath rubble after a medieval bell tower collapse in Italy.
Airport Security Hits UK Railway Stations
Major UK railway stations are implementing airport-style security screening with metal detectors and bag searches as part of a significant counter-terrorism initiative following recent threats.
Police Hunt For Man After Station Assault
CCTV appeal launched after violent incident at Tulse Hill station leaves victim needing hospital treatment. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Britain's Railway Safety: The Real Story
An in-depth investigation into the safety of Britain's railways reveals surprising statistics about passenger risk, infrastructure concerns and what travellers really need to know before boarding.
Train mass stabbing: 15 minutes of terror revealed
A detailed account of the horrific mass stabbing aboard a commuter train, where 15 minutes of violence left multiple victims and raised urgent questions about public transport safety.
Ancient Rome Tower Collapse Injures Workers Near Colosseum
A 13th-century medieval tower unexpectedly collapsed near Rome's iconic Colosseum, leaving construction workers injured and raising serious questions about heritage site safety protocols.
Rail Safety Crisis: Urgent Summit After Near-Misses
Transport Secretary demands immediate action following series of dangerous safety breaches across UK rail network, putting passengers and staff at risk.
TfL Safety Investigations: Full Timeline of London Transport Incidents
Exclusive timeline reveals multiple serious incidents across London's transport network currently under official investigation, raising urgent safety questions for commuters.
Priest accused of kicking nurse in hospital dispute
A Catholic priest faces serious allegations after reportedly kicking a nurse in the groin during a confrontation over his attempted discharge from a London hospital. The shocking incident has raised concerns about healthcare worker safety.
More Police for UK Train Stations After Crime Rise
In a significant move to enhance passenger safety, the British Transport Police is deploying additional officers across railway stations nationwide following a worrying rise in crime rates.
Airport scanners ruled out for UK train stations
The UK government has rejected calls for mandatory airport-style security scanners at railway stations following a stabbing attack, citing practical challenges and passenger convenience.
Metal detectors deployed at Cambs stations after stabbings
Enhanced security measures including walk-through metal detectors are being installed at railway stations across Cambridgeshire after multiple knife crime incidents, sparking debate about public safety versus privacy.
Rail worker fights life after 15min station horror
A railway worker remains in critical condition after confronting a violent attacker during a terrifying 15-minute ordeal at a London station, as police launch a major investigation.
Knife attack on busy Welsh train sparks police manhunt
Shocking details emerge about the violent knife attack aboard a crowded train in South Wales as British Transport Police launch major investigation into the rush hour incident that left passengers traumatised.
Hero LNER staff critically injured in train stabbing
A courageous LNER railway worker sustained life-threatening injuries while protecting passengers during a violent stabbing incident aboard a Cambridgeshire train. Police have arrested a suspect as tributes pour in for the staff member's bravery.
Rail worker critical after stopping train knife attack
A courageous railway employee remains in critical condition after bravely intervening to stop a violent knife attack aboard a train, in what police are treating as an act of terrorism.
Forest owner vows help after fan stabbed on train
Evangelos Marinakis vows to assist supporter injured in shocking railway incident as police investigation continues and football community rallies behind victim.
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