32 m. ago Minimum wage to rise by 4.1% from April, government says ahead of budget

The wage rate for young people will increase by 8.5% to £10.85

Politics

34 m. ago Chancellor faces angry backlash as she announces 'bonkers' minimum wage hike that threatens to push even MORE young people out of work

Rachel Reeves is facing a major backlash after she announced a 'bonkers' inflation-busting minimum wage hike that threatens to push even more young people out of work.

Events

37 m. ago DWP announces 'major' reassessments of Carers' Allowance following benefit 'mess'

The DWP has announced major reassessments following an official review which concluded that hundreds of thousands of vulnerable unpaid carers were left with huge debts due to government failure

Politics

44 m. ago Business backlash as Reeves confirms minimum wage pay rise hike for millions of workers

The chancellor said the move would mean those on low incomes were ‘properly rewarded’ - but businesses warned the move could drive unemployment and hit economic growth

Economics

48 m. ago Some DACA recipients have been arrested in the Trump's immigration crackdown

An organization is tracking the growing number of arrests among people with temporary deportation protection under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program

Politics

50 m. ago Millions of UK workers to get pay rise as Reeves plans increased minimum wage

Chancellor says people must be ‘properly rewarded for their hard work’ with 16- to 21-year-olds also in line for raiseMillions of low-paid workers in the UK are to get a pay rise of 4.1% next year, as Rachel Reeves confirmed that minimum wage rates will go up as part of the government’s ambition to improve living standards.The national living wage will rise from £12.21 to £12.71 an hour from April for over-21s, which the government said would increase the annual earnings of about 2.4 million workers by £900.A year in Westminster: John Crace, Marina Hyde and Pippa Crerar. On Tuesday 2 December, join Crace, Hyde and Crerar as they look back with special guests at another extraordinary year, live at the Barbican in London and livestreamed globally. Book tickets here Continue reading...

Economics

51 m. ago Zelenskyy says Ukraine ready to move forward with US plan and discuss ‘sensitive points’ with Trump

Ukrainian leader says that talks should also include European allies; Trump says deal is closeUS optimistic over Ukraine peace deal talks but ‘a few delicate details’ remainIn other EU related news, a top European court on Tuesday ruled that an EU nation had to recognise a gay marriage recorded in another member state, after a complaint by two Poles married in Germany.The couple, one of whom also has German nationality, were living there and married in Berlin in 2018, reports Agence France-Presse (AFP).The spouses in question, as EU citizens, enjoy the freedom to move and reside within the territory of the member states and the right to lead a normal family life when exercising that freedom and upon returning to their member state of origin.“Sweden’s defence needs to be strengthened against threats such as robots, drones and helicopters. The best way to guarantee peace and freedom is to invest in defence. The orders also contribute to growth, jobs and security of supply. It also imp...

Politics

51 m. ago SNP Justice Secretary denies misrepresenting expert on Scottish grooming gangs probe

EXCLUSIVE: Angela Constance said she gave an “accurate” account of Professor Alexis Jay’s views despite the Government issuing a clarification.

Society

54 m. ago Richard Branson announces death of wife Joan: ‘My rock, my world’

The Virgin founder has paid tribute to his wife and partner of 50 years

Events

59 m. ago Manchester United set to make key appointment amid transfer strategy overhaul

Man Utd are set to make an important appointment at Old Trafford, with a new head of senior scouting joining the club.

Sport

90 m. ago Alejandro Garnacho tunnel footage and message to Chelsea star sum up mood after Man Utd move

Alejandro Garnacho secured a £40million move to Stamford Bridge this summer after falling out of favour under Ruben Amorim, and it appears as though the change of scenery has paid dividends for the winger

Politics

94 m. ago Kate Forbes: I have no interest in spat with the UK Government over Mossmorran

The Deputy First Minister said reports of a conflict with Labour are a ‘dis-service’ to at-risk workers.

Politics

98 m. ago England's World Cup hopes given huge boost as FIFA confirm radical change

England head to the United States, Canada and Mexico as one of the favourites to lift the trophy - and as per new FIFA regulations, that will mean they avoid other big hitters until the latter stages

Politics

1 hour ago Gavin Newsom’s brutal tweet uses RFK to rebuke Duffy’s plan to make air travelers dress smarter

California governor uses unfortunate tweet showing Robert F Kennedy Jr to ridicule Sean Duffy’s call for air passengers to wear sharper clothes and behave more considerately on flights

Politics

1 hour ago Manchester United respond as hundreds of unhappy fans fume at Old Trafford delay

Man Utd played Everton in the Premier League on Monday night and fans were delayed getting into the ground again.

Sport

2 h. ago Sleeper pods offer new hope for the ‘most vulnerable’ street homeless

The accommodation units will provide shelter 'for those that are furthest from a place they can call home'

Politics

2 h. ago DWP can deduct your Universal Credit payments to pay for five bills

The government department can take deductions from Universal Credit payments for a number of reasons

Economics

2 h. ago Stormont ability to mitigate Budget decisions ‘very restricted’, O’Dowd says

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver her autumn Budget on Wednesday.

Events

2 h. ago Man Utd legends alienated by Ineos rules as star 'threatened' and Ruben Amorim takes action

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has tunnel vision on his one and only goal at Manchester United and the club has lost sight of some of the values that made it successful in the past

Events

2 h. ago Jury trials set to be scrapped except for most serious crimes

The move comes as the Government is yet to respond to recommendations made in a review of how to reform the courts system

Events