Why UK Paternity Leave Reforms Still Fall Short
A father's experience of eight months' paid leave highlights the transformative benefits for families, as Labour's proposed reforms offer momentum but inadequate support for low-income parents.
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New UK Paternity Leave Policy's Major Flaw Exposed
The government's new 'day one' paternity leave rights are a welcome change, but campaigners warn unpaid leave is a critical flaw. We examine the gaps and what real reform looks like.
Labour's New Parental Leave Rules Explained for UK Parents
Major UK parental leave reforms grant day-one rights to fathers and support for bereaved parents. Learn how the new rules impact 32,000 dads annually and boost family flexibility.
New UK Parental Leave Rights for Bereaved Partners
Aaron Horsey's fight leads to new law granting up to 52 weeks leave for parents who lose a partner. The change, part of the Employment Rights Act, takes effect in April.
Campaigners push for new law to support parents of sick children
After losing their son Hugh to cancer, Ceri and Frances Menai-Davis expose the 'devastating' lack of statutory financial support for parents. They are campaigning for Hugh's Law to change this. Read their story and support the cause.
Trump's $10bn Paid Leave Scheme Wasted Taxpayer Funds
A new analysis reveals the Trump administration spent $10bn on paid leave for over 154,000 federal workers in 2025, a move labelled a 'waste' of taxpayer money. Read the full investigation.
Migrant workers slam Labour's 'performative' visa proposals
Visa-holding migrants and British families condemn the government's 'earned settlement' consultation, warning it fuels anti-immigrant sentiment and creates prolonged uncertainty. The public consultation closes on 12 February.
2026 Bank Holidays: Full List and Time-Off Tips
The complete list of 2026 UK bank holidays has been confirmed, including a Boxing Day switch. Discover the dates and expert strategies to maximise your annual leave for extended breaks.
Mickey Rourke calls eviction GoFundMe 'humiliating'
Actor Mickey Rourke forcefully denies authorising a viral GoFundMe to pay $60k in back rent, calling the campaign 'humiliating'. Read his explosive reaction and the details of the LA eviction case.
Mickey Rourke faces eviction from LA home
Hollywood actor Mickey Rourke, 73, is reportedly facing eviction from his Los Angeles rental property over $60,000 in unpaid rent, following a dramatic physical transformation. Read the full story.
Mickey Rourke faces LA eviction over $60,000 rent
Hollywood actor Mickey Rourke, 73, is reportedly facing eviction from his Los Angeles home over $60,000 in unpaid rent, following a controversial stint on Celebrity Big Brother. Read the full story.
Get 57 Days Off in 2026 Using 28 Days' Annual Leave
A clever 2026 holiday hack shows UK workers how to turn 28 days of annual leave into 57 days off. Plan around bank holidays for extended breaks in April, May, and Christmas.
Clooneys become French citizens in US exit
George and Amal Clooney have officially become French citizens, joining a growing list of A-listers leaving the US. The couple cited a better life for their twins in Provence.
2025: The Year Britain Focused on Boys and Men
From a 'Dad strike' over paternity leave to a new Men's Health Strategy, 2025 saw a pivotal shift in the national conversation about the challenges facing boys and men in the UK.
Women quit jobs due to endometriosis, demand UK menstrual leave
Two women share their debilitating struggles with endometriosis, having quit multiple jobs. They are now campaigning for UK menstrual leave, as a petition hits 74,000 signatures.
Shared Parental Leave Policy Fails After Decade
A decade after its launch, shared parental leave has failed to deliver promised culture change. Experts reveal a 'lost decade' as fewer than 1 in 60 public sector workers share leave. Discover why the policy is a 'monumental dud'.
UK's Shared Parental Leave Fails a Decade After Launch
Ten years on, less than 5% of eligible parents use Shared Parental Leave. Experts call it a 'lost decade' for progress. Discover why the policy failed and what change is needed.
Karen Carney wins Strictly Come Dancing 2025
Football legend Karen Carney and pro Carlos Gu lift the Glitter Ball trophy in a tear-jerking Strictly final, marking a historic first for the show. Get the full story and reactions.
Carer's Allowance scandal: DWP faces pressure over debts
Senior DWP officials face mounting criticism for a 'misleading' response to systemic failings that plunged hundreds of thousands of unpaid carers into debt. Read the full report.
Labour MPs warn BNO visa holders could lose settled status
Dozens of Labour MPs demand the government ensures new immigration rules do not block 200,000 Hong Kongers from permanent residency, honouring the UK's historic duty.
Christmas Leave: Should It Be Compulsory?
Two UK professionals debate forced festive shutdowns. Does mandatory leave boost productivity or infringe on personal choice? Discover the arguments for and against.
Landmark UK employment rights bill passes into law
Labour's flagship employment bill, hailed as a 'generational shift', becomes law after Lords battle. New rights on zero-hours contracts, sick pay, and parental leave expected from 2026.
PSG ordered to pay Mbappe €60m by French court
A Paris labour court has ruled PSG must pay Kylian Mbappe €60m in unpaid bonuses and wages. The club says it will comply but may appeal. Read the full story.
Mbappe wins £53m from PSG in wage dispute
PSG ordered to pay Kylian Mbappe €60m in unpaid wages. The French star won a legal battle against his former club. Read the full details of the landmark football ruling.
PSG Must Pay Mbappé €60m After Labour Court Ruling
A Paris labour court has sided with Kylian Mbappé, ordering PSG to pay over €60m in unpaid wages and bonuses. The dispute followed his 2024 free transfer to Real Madrid.
FEMA Workers Placed Back on Leave After Whistleblower Petition
Fourteen FEMA employees who warned of disaster response risks have been placed back on administrative leave hours after returning to work, in a move labelled 'appalling' by their lawyer.
£75m to fix Carer's Allowance systemic failures
A £75m government fund aims to fix systemic Carer's Allowance failures that penalised vulnerable families. Discover the review's findings and what happens next.
Carer's Allowance Report Reveals Systemic DWP Failures
Damning review exposes how DWP's systemic flaws left carers facing huge debts and mental health crises. Ministers urged to apologise for devastating impact on vulnerable families.
Carer's Allowance Review Finds Systemic DWP Failures
A devastating review reveals systemic DWP failures led to a carer's allowance crisis, pushing unpaid carers into debt and wasting hundreds of millions in taxpayer money.
Carer's Allowance scandal: £357m overpayment crisis
Revealing a decade of DWP failures leaving unpaid carers with huge debts and criminal convictions. Discover the full timeline and government response.
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