DWP staff to strike over pay in January 2026
Thousands of DWP staff are set to walk out in January 2026, threatening chaos in Jobcentres and benefit offices. The PCS union says workers are struggling with debt and using foodbanks.
Thousands of DWP staff are set to walk out in January 2026, threatening chaos in Jobcentres and benefit offices. The PCS union says workers are struggling with debt and using foodbanks.
The PCS union announces a statutory ballot for DWP members in the new year, escalating a dispute over an 'unacceptable' pay deal and chronic low pay. Read more.
Birmingham residents face bin collection delays after protesters blocked lorries at the Tyseley depot. Leave your bins out as collections will happen ASAP.
Year 5 student Sophie Baverstock from Lightwater Village School secures two bronze medals at the JSKA World Karate Championships in Japan. Discover her inspiring journey.
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board faces criticism from 300 senior doctors over recruitment freeze targeting 350 job cuts. Read the full investigation into the healthcare crisis.
A financial expert urges UK parents and grandparents to open a Junior SIPP, a tax-efficient pension for children. Contributions hit £79.6m last year. Secure their retirement now.
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.
Rail travellers in Birmingham face disruption as RMT union strikes hit CrossCountry services on four consecutive Saturdays in December over pay and staffing disputes.
Striking Birmingham bin workers hold rally in Alum Rock fly-tipping hotspot with overwhelming community support. Strike costs council £14 million. Read the latest.
A potential UPS strike by 2,000 UK workers in December threatens Christmas deliveries for major brands. Discover the pay dispute details and potential impact.
The GMC warns the NHS could face catastrophic staff shortages as foreign-trained doctors leave. A 26% exodus increase threatens healthcare delivery. Read the critical report.
DWP staff in Lincoln to strike for a month after redundancy letters sent. Union slams department's 'new low' as 80 roles face axe. Read the full story.
Birmingham's bin strike crisis worsens as agency workers vote to join picket lines from December 1. The year-long dispute has cost £14 million and threatens health hazards across the city.
Birmingham's bin strike crisis deepens as agency workers vote to join picket lines from December 1, raising fears of extended disruption through Christmas and beyond.
Birmingham's bin strike crisis deepens as agency workers join the walkout, threatening Christmas collections. Get the latest on the extended dispute and its impact.
Birmingham City Council rates its industrial relations as 'green' despite ongoing bins strike. Opposition leader brands the assessment 'delusional' in heated council clash.
Birmingham Council's ruling Labour group loses a dramatic vote following defections and the bins strike crisis. Union claims leadership has 'lost grip on power'. Read the full analysis.
Birmingham's bin strike enters its eighth month as union demands council restart negotiations. Thousands of households show support while workers face redundancy.
Lancaster University plans to cut over 400 jobs, prompting lecturer strikes and fears from local businesses and students about the economic and educational impact.
GMB union members at BAE Systems' Samlesbury and Warton sites have secured legal clearance to continue strike action in an ongoing pay dispute affecting over 1,300 workers.
A dedicated teenager from Littleover has become the first junior participant to complete 250 parkruns at Markeaton Park, marking an extraordinary milestone in the popular weekly event.
Birmingham faces a summer of disruption as bin workers announce strike action over pay disputes. Get the full timeline and understand how this will affect collections across the city.