Furlough refused to 71% of UK working mothers while schools shut – survey
TUC say responses highlight rapid reversal in gender equality that could take decades to repair
Morrisons Pay to Break £10 an Hour Barrier
Morrisons is today announcing a new pay deal for its store colleagues, becoming the first UK supermarket group to guarantee pay of at least £10 an hour*. The…
The new UK Covid variant: your questions answered
You asked us about the fast-spreading coronavirus variant, here are the answers
Two-hundred thousand new battery electric vehicles sold since 2010
Despite the wider car industry suffering badly from the effects of the pandemic, 2020 was a landmark year when it came to sales of battery electric vehicles with…
Most new and expectant mothers feel more anxious due to Covid, finds survey
Research by charity Tommy’s also found myths relating to pregnancy were still circulating
ALDI LAUNCHES RESOLUTIONARY HEALTHY MEALS FOR UNDER £1.80
Aldi introduces its latest products to the SlimWell range including chips – ready to bake at just 124 calories per portion! Aldi is making 2021 January slimming plans…
Drivers urged to act now to avoid starting 2021 on a flat note
The RAC is reminding drivers to take steps over Christmas to reduce the chances of starting 2021 with a flat battery breakdown, something it is warning is more…
Teen jailed after sawn-off shotgun and ammunition seized
The teenage holder of this sawn-off shotgun has been jailed as police continue our efforts to take weapons of our streets. Police acted on information and discovered the…
Changes to Cemetery opening hours in preparation for Christmas
Birmingham City Council has announced the opening hours for its cemeteries and crematoria over Christmas and New Year. Visitor hours for the city’s cemeteries have recently changed due…
European states ban travel from UK as new Covid strain takes hold
Variant causes leap in cases, while restriction of cross-Channel freight forecast to wreck supply chains