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.
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Post Office hero Alan Bates lands 7-figure Horizon payout
Former subpostmaster Alan Bates, whose fight against the Post Office inspired national outrage, has finally secured a seven-figure settlement in the Horizon IT scandal that destroyed hundreds of lives.
India's toxic trash mountains: A human crisis
An investigative report reveals the dangerous lives of waste pickers working on India's towering landfill sites, where toxic conditions and exploitation create a cycle of poverty and environmental damage.
Norway fund rejects Musk's £44bn Tesla pay deal
In a stunning shareholder revolt, Norway's massive sovereign wealth fund has voted against Elon Musk's controversial compensation package at Tesla's annual meeting, dealing a major setback to the billionaire CEO.
Huntingdon station staff heroic in knife attack response
Rail staff at Huntingdon station have been commended for their extraordinary bravery after confronting a knifeman during a violent attack that left a man with life-threatening injuries.
MPs: Watchdog Sides With Lenders in Car Finance Scandal
A cross-party committee of MPs has launched a scathing attack on the Financial Conduct Authority, claiming its car finance redress scheme favours lenders over consumers in a multi-billion pound mis-selling scandal.
London shop fined £1.5m for illegal £5/hour workers
A prestigious Oxford Street retailer faces massive penalties after employing illegal workers and paying them just £5 per hour in a major immigration enforcement crackdown.
US Government Enters Record-Breaking Shutdown Crisis
The United States has plunged into a record-breaking government shutdown, forcing millions of federal workers into furlough and threatening critical services nationwide.
UK's £200m Baby Powder Legal Battle Unveiled
A landmark legal case in Britain sees thousands of claimants pursuing millions in compensation over alleged health risks from talcum powder products. Discover the shocking details of this consumer safety showdown.
NSW Govt strikes major crossbench deal on key reforms
The Minns Labor government secures parliamentary support through sweeping concessions on environmental planning, workers' compensation reforms and firearm regulations in landmark crossbench negotiations.
Britain's youth training crisis creating lost generation
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's failure to provide adequate job training is creating a 'lost generation' of young workers, with severe economic consequences looming.
Top 10 Countries Where Workers Get Most Annual Leave
Discover which nations offer workers the most generous holiday allowances and see where the UK ranks in the global comparison of paid time off entitlements.
FCA's £4bn car finance scandal robs victims
Millions of British drivers face fresh injustice as the FCA's proposed redress scheme for mis-sold car finance could shortchange victims by billions. Exclusive analysis reveals how the regulator's plan might benefit lenders over consumers.
DPD drivers allege revenge sackings over pay criticism
Major delivery firm DPD faces explosive allegations of systematically sacking drivers who spoke out against significant pay reductions, raising serious concerns about workers' rights in the gig economy.
Andrew's Thai Hotel Orgy: 40 Prostitutes in 4 Days
Shocking court documents reveal Prince Andrew entertained up to 40 sex workers during a four-day stay at a five-star Thai hotel, with detailed allegations emerging from a high-profile legal case.
Uruguay's rice workers face health crisis
An alarming investigation reveals Uruguayan rice workers are developing cancer, lung disease and suffering miscarriages at alarming rates, raising urgent questions about pesticide safety in agriculture.
Starbucks UK workers vote for historic strike action
Thousands of Starbucks employees across Britain have overwhelmingly voted to strike in a dispute over pay, working conditions and union recognition, threatening major disruption to the coffee giant's UK operations.
Trump's Food Stamp Gambit Targets Federal Workers
Exclusive investigation reveals how Trump administration's proposed SNAP reforms could plunge thousands of federal employees into food insecurity while rewarding political allies.
Post Office scandal victims: 'We're second-class citizens'
Former sub-postmasters express fury as compensation delays continue, with many still waiting for justice years after Horizon IT system wrongful convictions
Peter Frost: Guardian Journalist Who Fought for Workers
Celebrating the remarkable life and career of Peter Frost, the trailblazing trade union journalist whose powerful writing gave voice to Britain's working class for over five decades.
Real Madrid seek UEFA compensation over Super League
Real Madrid escalates the European football power struggle by demanding compensation from UEFA for anti-competitive behaviour regarding the Super League project.
Lords defeat Labour's workers' rights bill
Keir Starmer's flagship employment reforms face major setback as peers reject key legislation, raising questions about Labour's parliamentary strategy.
Santander: Car finance compensation threatens UK jobs and economy
Santander UK issues stark warning that massive compensation payouts for car finance mis-selling could threaten thousands of British jobs and hamper economic growth.
Council four-day weeks face government crackdown
Local authorities across England are mobilising against four-day working weeks as South Cambridgeshire's pioneering trial faces government intervention and mounting political pressure.
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