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Prime Minister Keir Starmer hints at a major policy shift on the controversial two-child benefit cap amid mounting pressure from Labour backbenchers, as ministers warn of a populist rise if Labour fails to deliver. Here’s the full story. Contentious Two-Child Benefit Cap Amid mounting pressure from Labour MPs, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has signalled a … Read more

Illegal immigration is rife in the UK, but the new government is taking effective steps to tackle it at the source and put a stop to it. Keir Starmer is making decisions. Illegal Immigration Crisis UK According to the UK Parliament, The House of Lords Library, since March 2023 alone, an estimated 40,000 illegal foreign … Read more

The UK’s pay rise is the slowest in two years as the job market decreases and inflation rises again.   Rise in Legal Minimum Wage The new legal minimum wage experienced a 9.8% rise from April 1, 2024, the most significant rise since 2001. 2.7 Million Benefitting From Wage Increase Full-time workers can take advantage of … Read more

The UK’s high streets, once bustling centres of commerce and community, have been facing a gradual decline. A combination of factors, including the rise of online shopping, high business rates, and changing consumer habits, has left many town centres struggling. Here’s a look at 18 towns that exemplify the challenges faced by high streets across … Read more

Rents have hit record highs yet again, leaving Millennials and Gen Z facing unprecedented challenges in securing affordable housing. Here’s the full story. Abandoning Dream of Home Ownership The rental market in Great Britain has reached unprecedented levels, leaving many Millennials and Gen Z tenants, who have effectively given up on the dream of ever … Read more

In a historic move, Amazon workers at the Coventry warehouse are voting in a pivotal union recognition ballot that could secure them the right to negotiate for better pay and working conditions for the first time in the UK. Here’s the full story. Forced to Recognise Unions The multi-billion dollar company Amazon is facing down … Read more

In a historic turn of events, steelworkers in Wales have launched an unprecedented strike that could change the landscape of the UK’s industrial future. Here’s the full story. “All-Out Indefinite Strike” In a move not seen in the UK for over 40 years, Tata Steel workers have embarked on an “all-out indefinite strike” starting July … Read more

JP Morgan has forecasted that a Labour election victory will positively impact financial markets, attributing this to the party’s centrist policies and commitment to fiscal prudence. Here’s the full story. Net Positive In a surprising boon for Labour ahead of the upcoming general election, a detailed analysis by JP Morgan, the US investment bank, has … Read more

The UK is facing a significant rise in unemployment, leading the fastest increase among wealthy nations, driven by economic shifts, employer strategies, and a persistent skills gap. Here’s the full story. Economic Concerns Surface In an election campaign where Labour and the Conservatives attempt to stress their commitment to economic credibility, newly released figures have … Read more

A recent NFER report has highlighted the shocking effect the cost-of-living crisis is having on the nation’s teachers and schoolchildren. Here’s the full story. Damning Indictment In a damning indictment of government education, a new report from the National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER) has revealed that a significant number of teachers in England are … Read more