Youth Minimum Wage Hike Could Be Delayed Over Job Loss Concerns
Plans to equalize the minimum wage for young adults may be postponed due to fears that higher employment costs could deter hiring and worsen youth unemployment rates.
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Youth Minimum Wage Debate: Equal Pay or Job Cuts?
The UK faces a heated debate over minimum wage for young workers, with Labour pushing for equal pay and Reform UK considering cuts to boost employment amid rising youth unemployment rates.
Union Membership Surges Amid Trump's Anti-Labor Assault
Union membership in the US has increased by 500,000 in 2025, reaching 14.4 million, despite former President Trump's aggressive anti-union policies and rhetoric.
Broadband Engineer Nearly Run Over: Rising Abuse Against Field Staff
A broadband engineer describes being nearly run over by an angry driver while working. Openreach reports a surge in assaults against engineers, with 700 incidents last year, prompting calls for legal protection.
Employment Rights Act: Stronger Unions, Business Concerns
The Employment Rights Act has introduced sweeping reforms including shorter strike notices, enhanced union protections, and 'day one' paternity leave. Business leaders warn of increased costs and potential job losses ahead of further changes.
AI's False Promise: Workers Won't Benefit from Shorter Weeks
Business leaders tout AI as creating shorter workweeks and better balance, but without worker power, gains will flow to owners, leaving most unable to afford AI's dazzling products.
New UK Employment Laws: Key Changes for Trade Unions
A new phase of employment law changes focused on trade unions takes effect today, including shorter strike notice periods and extended ballot mandates. Further reforms are scheduled for April.
Government May Delay Youth Minimum Wage Equalisation
Ministers are examining a slower rise in minimum wage for younger workers as youth unemployment hits a five-year high, potentially breaking Labour's manifesto pledge.
Ramadan 2026: UK Workplace Rights for Muslim Employees
As Ramadan approaches in 2026, UK employers are urged to provide flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments for Muslim staff observing fasting and prayer schedules.
Government May U-Turn on Youth Minimum Wage Pledge
Labour ministers are reportedly weighing whether to delay plans to align minimum wage rates for 18-20 year olds with older workers as youth joblessness hits an 11-year high of 740,000.
Brutal Hunt for Low-Paid Work: 'Hunger Games' for Jobs
Young jobseekers face grueling recruitment processes for minimum wage positions, from marshmallow tower challenges to unpaid trial shifts, as unemployment hits five-year highs.
Youth Unemployment High, Minimum Wage Pledge in Doubt
Unemployment for 18-24 year olds reaches 14%, highest in nearly 11 years excluding Covid. Ministers may abandon Labour's pledge to equalise minimum wage rates for young workers, citing business concerns.
Remote Work Debate: Does WFH Hurt Productivity?
Nigel Farage calls for nationwide 'attitudinal change' on remote work amid UK productivity concerns. Experts debate whether office presence truly boosts output or if flexibility is key.
Premier League Clubs Face Millions in Payouts Under New Law
Labour's Employment Rights Act changes could cost Premier League clubs millions in player dismissal fees as unfair dismissal caps are lifted entirely in 2027.
Youth Unemployment Crisis: Young Britons Face Bleak Job Market
Youth unemployment hits 11-year high as young people describe 'soul-crushing' job searches. Government review warns of 'generation on scrap heap' with 45% of 24-year-olds never having worked.
Health Support Needed to Reverse Rising Joblessness Trend
Experts emphasize that combining health-focused return-to-work initiatives with economic opportunities is essential to address the growing issue of economic inactivity driven by long-term health problems.
AI Workplace Revolution Fuels Anxiety and Productivity Demands
A new Guardian series explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping jobs, increasing expectations, and creating worker anxiety across industries, with automation rarely leading to more leisure time.
Firms Rush Layoffs Before Employment Rights Changes Take Effect
UK businesses are planning significant workforce reductions by year-end to avoid costly unfair dismissal claims under the new Employment Rights Act, which removes compensation caps starting January 2027.
AI's Role in UK Unemployment Rise: Experts Debate Impact
UK unemployment hits 5.2%, highest since 2021, as AI adoption influences hiring decisions. Experts debate whether automation is the primary driver or just one factor in labor market cooling.
Labour Abandons Growth as Unemployment Rises and Businesses Flee
New data reveals a 5.1% unemployment rate and business surveys show 37% plan to cut hiring due to the Employment Rights Act, highlighting Labour's failure to prioritize economic growth.
Labour Policies Blamed for Rising Unemployment in UK
New ONS data shows unemployment climbing to 5.2%, with business leaders blaming national insurance hikes and employment rights legislation for forcing hiring cutbacks across industries.
Workplace Consequences for Social Media Posts on Charlie Kirk
Individuals face job terminations and disciplinary actions after posting about the death of political commentator Charlie Kirk on social media platforms.
Minister Defends Apprenticeship Reforms Amid Business Fears
Industry Minister Chris McDonald addresses sector concerns about apprenticeship reforms, emphasizing quality maintenance and expanded opportunities for young people in a podcast interview.
UK Workers' Incomes Squeezed by Inflation and Interest Rates
UK workers are experiencing a significant squeeze on their incomes as inflation and high interest rates impact the jobs market, with unemployment rising and wage growth struggling to keep pace.
UK Unemployment Hits Post-Pandemic High, Wage Growth Slows
Official figures reveal unemployment rose to 5.2% in Q4 2025, the highest since early 2021, while wage growth eased to 4.2%, increasing chances of a March rate cut.
UK Unemployment Hits 5.2%, Highest in Nearly Five Years
Official figures reveal UK unemployment has risen to 5.2%, the highest level since early 2021, as wage growth slows and businesses navigate economic pressures.
UK Unemployment Hits 5.2%, Highest Since Early 2021
Official figures reveal the UK unemployment rate has risen to 5.2% in December, marking the highest level in nearly five years, up from 4.1% when Labour took office in 2024.
UK Unemployment Rises to 5.2% Amid Labour Policy Concerns
The UK unemployment rate has increased to 5.2% in Q4 2025, with 6,000 jobs lost. Bank of England's Catherine Mann warns minimum wage hikes are driving youth unemployment to 15%, surpassing the EU average.
Employment Rights Act May Stall Hiring, Report Says
A CIPD report reveals over a third of businesses plan to reduce permanent hiring due to new employment rights, citing increased costs and workplace conflict risks.
Minimum Wage Rise Linked to Youth Joblessness, Says BoE's Mann
Bank of England rate-setter Catherine Mann warns that significant minimum wage increases for younger workers have contributed to rising youth unemployment, now exceeding the European average.
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