Author: UK News

Today’s news summary – Paper Talk Many of Friday’s papers lead on a deal reached between union leaders and the government that would give NHS staff a 5% pay rise from April plus a one-off payment of at least £1,655 for this year. NHS pay deal The i suggests the agreement signals an end to public sector strikes, while the Daily Express lauds it as a breakthrough for common sense and urges union members to support it. Meanwhile, the Metro expresses hope that a winter of industrial action may be drawing to a close. The Independent reports that leaked figures…

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Passport office workers to strike for 5 weeks over pay The Passport Office will experience a five-week strike starting on April 3, with over 1,000 workers participating in England, Scotland, and Wales.  The Public and Commercial Services union members are protesting over jobs, pay, and conditions, while the Belfast office is also considering a strike.  This action could significantly impact passport delivery ahead of the summer season. The strike involves approximately one in four of the more than 4,000 Passport Office employees across the UK, including those in Durham, Glasgow, Liverpool, London, Newport, Peterborough, and Southport. The dispute is over…

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