Police Officer Jailed for £50k Burglary and Harassment
A serving City of London Police officer has been sentenced to over three years for stealing £50,000 in a burglary and harassing his partner. Read the full details of the case.
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San Diego $12m Settlement in Police Shooting of Konoa Wilson
San Diego agrees to a $12 million settlement with the family of Konoa Wilson, a 23-year-old fatally shot by police in 2022. The case has reignited debates over US policing and use of force.
PC charged with theft from property after drugs raid
A Warwickshire police constable faces three theft charges for allegedly stealing cash and property while on duty. The case will be heard at Birmingham Crown Court.
M5 Tragedy: Teen Tasered Before Being Hit by Car
Logan Smith, 18, died after leaving an ambulance on the M5 near Weston-super-Mare. The IOPC is investigating police Taser use prior to the fatal incident. Read the full report.
Unlimited unfair dismissal payouts considered by Labour
Labour ministers propose scrapping the £118k cap on unfair dismissal awards to appease unions after dropping 'day one' rights. Business groups warn of a surge in costly tribunal claims.
Officer stole nude photos from women during traffic stops
A former Missouri police officer has pleaded guilty to illegally searching the phones of 20 women to obtain intimate images. Read the full shocking details of the case.
Workers Get Unfair Dismissal Rights After Six Months in 2027
UK workers will gain unfair dismissal protection after six months from 1 Jan 2027. Angela Rayner secured a faster timeline after talks with Business Secretary Peter Kyle. Read the details.
Man to sue police after arrest for US gun photo
A Yorkshire IT consultant was arrested in the UK over a photo of him legally holding a gun in Florida. He plans to sue police and leave the country. Read the full story.
Spycops inquiry hears sexual deception was 'part of the work'
A public inquiry hears that Met Police managers permitted undercover officers to form sexual relationships with activists. Whistleblower Peter Francis gives shocking evidence. Read the full story.
Firefighter wins £40k payout over diary snooping case
A firefighter forced out of her job after a colleague read her private diary wins a £42,853 tribunal payout for unfair dismissal and disability discrimination. Read the full story.
Rayner amends bill to speed up workers' rights changes
Angela Rayner tables amendment to implement reduced unfair dismissal qualifying period by 2026, bypassing lengthy consultation. The move follows Lords' intervention.
Prison officer, 19, admits sexual relationship with inmate
Alicia Novas, 19, and inmate Declan Winkless, 30, pleaded guilty to misconduct in public office at Northampton Crown Court. Sentencing is set for January 5.
Prison officer admits affair with inmate and smuggling
A 19-year-old prison officer has pleaded guilty to misconduct after having a sexual relationship with an inmate and smuggling cannabis and phones into HMP Five Wells. Both are due for sentencing in January.
Prison officer plays FIFA with inmate in cell
A prison officer was filmed playing a FIFA-style game with an inmate. The viral TikTok clip, shot on a contraband phone, prompted a Ministry of Justice investigation. Read the full story.
Labour MPs Push for More Workers' Rights Concessions
Labour MPs demand stronger worker protections after government abandons day-one unfair dismissal rights. Backbenchers seek concessions on bogus self-employment arrangements.
Police trainee barred for gross misconduct
Former North Yorkshire Police trainee Brogan Canning has been placed on the barred list after a panel ruled her unwanted sexual advances towards a colleague amounted to gross misconduct.
Labour MPs revolt over Starmer workers' rights U-turn
Keir Starmer faces backbench fury after ditching day-one unfair dismissal protection. Labour MPs call it a 'complete betrayal' of manifesto promises. Read the full story.
Labour drops day-one unfair dismissal from workers' rights bill
Labour government makes surprise U-turn on manifesto commitment to day-one unfair dismissal protection, sparking backlash from unions and MPs while business groups welcome the compromise.
Gov U-turn: Day-one employment rights scrapped
The government has abandoned controversial 'day-one' employment rights after House of Lords pressure. Discover how the new six-month rule will affect UK businesses and workers.
Met Police loses bid to sack officer over offensive remarks
The Metropolitan Police has failed in its High Court challenge to dismiss a sergeant who made offensive comments to female colleagues. Read the full tribunal ruling details.
Labour accused of manifesto breach over workers' rights
Labour faces accusations of a second manifesto breach in two days after watering down its promise to give workers protection from unfair dismissal from day one.
Officer Guilty in Indigenous Teen Death Case
A police officer has been found guilty of causing the death of Indigenous teenager Jai Wright during a 2022 pursuit. Read the full verdict details.
Government U-turns on unfair dismissal pledge
The government has reversed its promise to give workers unfair dismissal rights from day one, setting a new six-month qualifying period. Find out what this means for employees and businesses.
Government U-turns on unfair dismissal rights
The government has reversed its pledge to protect workers from unfair dismissal from day one, setting a new six-month qualifying period. Discover what this means for your employment rights.
Government ditches day-one unfair dismissal policy
Labour waters down its flagship workers' rights bill, replacing day-one unfair dismissal protection with a six-month threshold. Find out what this U-turn means for businesses and employees.
Labour U-turns on workers' rights manifesto pledge
The UK government has reversed its plan to grant unfair dismissal protection from day one. The right will now apply after six months. Discover the implications for businesses and workers.
Campbell's executive fired over 'poor people' remarks
Campbell's Soup dismisses a senior VP after alleged racist and derogatory comments about customers and Indian employees were recorded. Full story on the corporate scandal.
Tributes for Essex Police officer killed in A12 crash
PC Mathew 'Mat' Parker, a dedicated Essex Police officer and Harley Davidson enthusiast, died in a crash on the A12. Read the moving tributes from his family and colleagues.
Essex Police officer dies in A12 crash response
Tributes pour in for PC Mathew Parker, an Essex Police officer killed while responding to an emergency on the A12. A beloved family man remembered for his dedication and passion.
Melbourne Police Get Warrantless Search Powers
Victoria Police gain authority to conduct random searches without warrant in inner Melbourne for six months. Critics warn of racial profiling risks as Premier defends public safety move.
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