PM tells unions to prepare for disappointment despite warnings of a crisis in staffing and recruitment Keir Starmer is on a collision course with unions after playing down the chance of real-terms pay increases for public sector staff in negotiations, prompting widespread warnings of a crisis in recruitment and staffing. […]

Politicians and campaigners condemn charging proposals, as regulator puts Thames Water into special measures Company by company: how much more might you pay? Thames Water placed in special measures Politicians and campaigners have condemned proposed water bill rises for England and Wales, accusing the industry regulator of showing “contempt” to […]