Birmingham bin strike: Agency workers join picket lines
Bin collections across Birmingham are suspended today as agency workers join the ongoing strike. The council apologises and urges residents to leave bins out. Full details on the dispute.
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Agency Workers Join Birmingham Bin Strike Picket
The Birmingham bin strike intensifies as agency staff from Job & Talent join the picket line. Unite union says numbers are 'growing daily'. Follow the latest developments.
McArthurGlen West Midlands to Add 25 New Stores
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet West Midlands is expanding from 75 to 100 stores, creating up to 500 new jobs by 2027. Discover the latest retail growth in Cannock.
Illegal workers found at two Birmingham shops
The Home Office is calling for two Birmingham shops to be shut down after discovering failed asylum seekers working illegally. Read the full investigation details.
Free Christmas meals for UK shift workers
Greene King is offering 30,000 free Christmas meals to UK shift workers on 1st December. A festive thank you to the 1.1 million people working on Christmas Day.
Agency workers join Birmingham bin strike rally
Contracted refuse staff join Birmingham's long-running bin strike amid bullying and pay cut disputes. Rally scheduled for December 1 as council defends contingency plans.
Labour axes WFH tax relief for English home workers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends tax relief for home workers' expenses from April. Discover how this budget change impacts you and what it means for the future.
Workers 'sabotage future' to avoid HMRC tax trap
Experts warn millions are refusing pay rises and promotions to sidestep a stealth tax, a move that could cost them hundreds of thousands over their career.
Pets at Home profits slump 33.5% in worrying report
Pets at Home reports 33.5% profit drop as retail business struggles. Bosses announce urgent action plan including £20 million cost-cutting programme to revive the 34-year-old chain.
National Living Wage rises to £12.71 per hour
Millions of UK workers receive a pay boost as the National Living Wage increases to £12.71. Find out how this change affects you and your finances.
Birmingham bin lorries blocked by protesters
Birmingham residents face bin collection delays after protesters blocked lorries at the Tyseley depot. Leave your bins out as collections will happen ASAP.
Next uses AI scanners to combat shoplifting
Next implements AI 'Thruvision' technology detecting stolen goods hidden in clothing. The system uses body heat detection and has already reduced theft in warehouses. #RetailSecurity
DWP payment delays costing claimants their jobs
Severe DWP payment delays for the Access to Work scheme are causing disabled benefit claimants to lose their jobs. Read the full investigation and expert warnings.
DWP told to change PIP after claimants 'leave' work
New DWP figures reveal for every disabled person entering work, another leaves. Experts warn against benefit cuts and call for flexible work reforms. Read the full analysis.
Birmingham bin strike escalates with agency workers
Birmingham bin strikes could extend beyond May elections as agency workers join picket lines. Council defends collection record despite ongoing dispute. Read the latest developments.
River Island to Close Altrincham Store Amid Restructuring
River Island is shutting its Altrincham store in a major restructuring plan, with 71 more UK locations at risk. Discover the full list of closures and the reasons behind the high street exodus.
Emergency Workers Attacked in Birmingham Street
A police officer and paramedic were assaulted on Stratford Road after offering medical assistance. A 38-year-old man has been arrested. Read the full story.
Claire's closes Richmond store amid UK administration
Claire's accessories store vanishes from Richmond high street as part of major closures following US bankruptcy and UK administration. Find your nearest store.
Minister: Teachers Should Complain More Like Bin Workers
Home Office minister Jess Phillips urges teachers to demand more recognition for their work, citing the example of Birmingham bin workers. Discover the government's plan for schools.
Peer worker transforms mental health care with lived experience
Dan Buck draws on his 20-year mental health journey to support patients at EPUT's secure unit. Discover how lived experience workers are revolutionising inpatient care in Essex.
New M&S and Greggs drive-thru approved for Burton
Plans for a major expansion of Shobnall Retail Park in Burton have been approved, bringing a new M&S, a drive-thru Greggs, and a 24-lane bowling alley. The development will create 150 jobs and add 400 parking spaces. Discover the full details of this exci
Council mental health absences continue to climb
Warwickshire County Council sees staff sickness levels stabilise, but stress and mental health remain the primary driver, accounting for over 16,800 lost days annually.
Hospice carer shares emotional Christmas Day shift
Healthcare Assistant Kathryn Edwards explains why working at Moya Cole Hospice on Christmas Day is a privilege. Support their Give the Gift of Care appeal.
Birmingham bin strike reaches 8-month milestone
Birmingham's bin strike enters its eighth month as union demands council restart negotiations. Thousands of households show support while workers face redundancy.
Shoe Zone closes fan-favourite Rhyl store
Shoe Zone begins clearance sale as it shuts its Rhyl branch, part of a wider retail crisis hitting UK high streets. Discover the full impact and store closure list.
NHS staff face intimidation in flag-display areas
Exclusive: 45% of NHS managers report serious concerns about staff safety as St George's flags create intimidating environments for frontline workers, particularly minority ethnic staff.
UK retail growth slows as households await Labour Budget
UK retail sales growth slowed to 1.6% in October as cautious households cut spending ahead of expected tax rises in the Labour Autumn Budget. Discover how this affects Christmas shopping.
Welsh Retail Footfall Surges 7.1% in March
New data reveals Welsh retail is outperforming other UK nations with significant footfall increases in March 2024, offering hope for high streets and shopping centres.
Matalan Ends Online Returns in Major Policy Shift
In a bold retail shake-up, fashion giant Matalan announces it will stop accepting returns for online purchases, joining a growing industry trend to cut costs and reduce environmental impact.
Primark scraps traditional tills for mobile checkout system
Primark is revolutionising the shopping experience by replacing traditional tills with mobile checkout points, allowing staff to process payments anywhere in the store.
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