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January 23, 2025
Sainsbury's Announces Massive Job Cuts 3,000 Roles Axed Amid Store Restructuring

Sainsbury’s Announces Massive Job Cuts: 3,000 Roles Axed Amid Store Restructuring

Sainsbury’s announces massive job cuts. 3,000 roles axed amid store restructuring. Job cuts, emphasizing the need for robust support mechanisms for the affected UK workers.
January 23, 2025
Disabled NHS Worker Wins £70,000 Discrimination Case Over Delayed Desk Adjustments

Disabled NHS Worker Wins £70,000 Discrimination Case Over Delayed Desk Adjustments

Disabled NHS worker wins £70,000 discrimination case over delayed desk adjustments. Victoria Ware, has successfully won a landmark disability discrimination case against Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust.
January 22, 2025
Economic Boost for Workers as Real Wages Rise, But Job Market Shows Signs of Cooling

Economic Boost for Workers as Real Wages Rise, But Job Market Shows Signs of Cooling

Discover how UK pay growth reached 5.6% in November 2024, pushing the Bank of England into a tight spot with inflation, while unemployment edges up.
January 21, 2025
Aldi Pay Rise 2025: Aldi Announces Record-Breaking Pay Rates

Aldi Announces Record-Breaking Pay Rates for UK Store Workers

Aldi announces record-breaking pay rates for uk store workers. Aldi maintains the highest entry-level hourly pay in the UK supermarket sector. Aldi’s new pay rise rates
January 20, 2025
Worker Pay Gaps Across the UK Highlight Urgent Need for Economic Reforms

Worker Pay Gaps Across the UK Highlight Urgent Need for Economic Reforms

A new report highlights stark pay gaps across the UK, with London salaries nearly £20,000 higher than in Burnley, urging bold government action in 2025.
January 17, 2025
High stress levels force Gen Z workers off sick

High stress levels force Gen Z workers off sick: Survey findings reveal generational divide

High stress levels force Gen Z workers off sick. Gen Z workers (aged 18-24) took time off last year due to stress-related mental health concerns
January 15, 2025
Bakery Ordered to Pay £18,500 to Blind Worker Dismissed During Probation Period

Bakery Ordered to Pay £18,500 to Blind Worker Dismissed During Probation Period

A blind worker was awarded £18,500 after a tribunal ruled his dismissal from The Village Bakery was discriminatory. Learn about the case and its implications for employers.
January 14, 2025
Poundland Takes a Stand Major Changes Announced in 800 UK Stores to Combat Retail Crime

Poundland Takes a Stand: Major Changes Announced in 800 UK Stores to Combat Retail Crime

Poundland has declared a bold new stance against the rising tide of retail crime with its “Against Retail Crime” initiative, launched across its 800 UK stores.
January 13, 2025
Supermarket Giant Sainsbury’s Announces Inflation-Busting Pay Rise For 118,000 Workers

Supermarket Giant Sainsbury’s Announces Inflation-Busting Pay Rise For 118,000 Workers

Sainsbury’s announces a 5% pay rise for 118,000 workers after its biggest ever Christmas sales. Grocery sales rose 4.1%, driving record profits and festive success.
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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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