UK government analysis estimates employers may face £350m to £2.9bn annual costs due to reforms limiting zero hours contracts, aiming to ensure fair pay for workers, despite business concerns over disproportionate costs.
UK employment minister Kate Dearden stated that recent workers' rights reforms, including enhanced sick pay and union access, have leveled the playing field with other OECD economies. The government is also consulting on replacing zero-hours contracts and equalizing youth minimum wage rates, aiming to improve job security and worker well-being.
Nigel Farage's invitation for UK trade unions to affiliate with Reform UK has been unanimously rejected by major unions and the TUC, citing the party's opposition to new employment rights and alignment with corporate interests.
Wes Streeting, UK Health Secretary, met with Labour leader Keir Starmer for 16 minutes amid speculation of a leadership challenge. Streeting's brief departure suggests a lack of cordiality, but it's unclear if a challenge was declared. The meeting coincides with the King's state opening of parliament.
More than 7,000 join employment tribunal that will include claims for minimum wage and holiday pay More than 7,000 Just Eat couriers are taking legal action against the food delivery company in an attempt to gain better employment rights including the minimum wage and holiday pay.The employment tribunal, which begins on Tuesday and is set to run until 2 June, will determine if the couriers are classed as workers, a status that comes with improved rights, or self-employed independent contractors. Continue reading...
