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December 5, 2025
UK crackdown on illegal workers finds 60 food delivery riders facing removal

UK crackdown on illegal workers finds 60 food delivery riders facing removal

National enforcement finds 60 illegal delivery riders facing removal from the UK, raising concerns over fairness and worker protections.
December 3, 2025
£200,000 fine after serious workplace injury at wood burner manufacturers

£200,000 fine after serious workplace injury at wood burner manufacturers

A worker’s leg amputation at a UK manufacturer leads to a £200,000 HSE fine, highlighting the urgent need for risk assessments, training, and safe working practices.
December 2, 2025
UK firms hit with nearly £1m in penalties as illegal working crackdown intensifies

UK firms hit with nearly £1m in penalties as illegal working crackdown intensifies

UK firms hit with nearly £1m in penalties as illegal working crackdown intensifies. Government issues £950k in fines to nine contractors for illegal working as concerns rise over exploitation risks in the construction sector. Written for UK workers.
December 1, 2025
UK workers job law overhaul what workers must know about employment rights

UK workers job law overhaul: what workers must know about employment rights

What workers must know about employment rights. The UK government’s sweeping reforms to employment law — embodied in the Employment Rights Bill
December 1, 2025
Agency crews now join Birmingham depot protest as waste strike escalates

Agency crews now join Birmingham depot protest as waste strike escalates

Agency waste crews have joined full-time Birmingham staff on protest lines, suspending city collections today. The Workers Union urges talks..
November 28, 2025
UK workers secure day-one sick pay despite dismissal rights reversal

UK workers secure day-one sick pay despite dismissal rights reversal

Government drops day-one unfair dismissal plan, opting for a six-month qualifying period. Key sick pay and family rights retained. What it means for UK workers and job security.
November 26, 2025
Minimum Wage Rise to £12.71 in 2026 as Budget Lands Today for UK Workers

Minimum Wage Rise to £12.71 in 2026 as Budget Lands Today for UK Workers

A national minimum wage rise to £12.71 from April 2026 brings a 4.1% boost for 2.4m UK workers, offering £900 more a year for many, but raising serious hiring and growth concerns for UK businesses
November 25, 2025
Heathrow expansion moves forward as ministers approve £49bn plan

Heathrow expansion moves forward as ministers approve £49bn plan

Government approves Heathrow’s £49bn third runway plan, promising jobs, growth and improved connectivity for UK workers while raising concerns over cost and environmental impact.
November 24, 2025
HSE £80,000 prosecution after catastrophic fall from height HGV loading accident

HSE £80,000 prosecution after catastrophic fall from height HGV loading accident

Manufacturing firm fined £80,000 after a lorry driver suffers life-changing injuries in a fall from height during loading in County Durham. A detailed report for UK workers.
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Disclaimer: To enhance the accuracy and breadth of our coverage, The Workers Union News Service may utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) to augment news and images. While every effort is made to ensure the reliability of the information, please note that the AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be relied on or replace professional advice.

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