Employment rights

Jobseekers could see their benefits slashed if they do not find employment within four months or if they reject two job offers under Reform UK’s controversial policy - and we want to know what YOU think.Deputy leader of the party Dr David…

The head of train drivers union Aslef warned he would be “incredibly angry” if Labour changed its package of workers’ rights.Labour has played down reports it is preparing to weaken its original “New Deal for Working People” if it gets into…

Dozens of firms have signed up to a “secure work” pledge for staff battling the cost-of-living crisis. Fifty employers have backed the “Living Hours” pledge so employees get at least four weeks’ notice of shifts and a guaranteed minimum 16…

The majority of companies that took part in the four-day working week trial have opted to continue the flexible working pattern – and we want to know what you think. Of the 61 companies that took part in the trial, 56 said they plan…

Workers who left their jobs during the Covid-19 pandemic were more likely to have quit for health reasons if they earned less, research shows tonight. A study by the Learning and Work Institute, seen exclusively by the Mirror, found…