Ex-Morrisons Manager Sacked for Tackling Shoplifter Gets £16k
Sean Egan, 46, lost his job after 29 years at Morrisons for confronting a shoplifter. A GoFundMe raised over £16,000, and a protest demands his reinstatement.
Category : Employment Jobs
North East Business Appointments and Promotions Round-Up
Groundwork NE & Cumbria, Route, Lighthouse Charity, Screen Alliance North, Burnetts Solicitors, and Stelrad Group announce key appointments and promotions.
DWP State Pension Age Rise: Some Benefit More
The DWP state pension age is rising from 66 to 67, impacting household finances. Some workers may benefit, while financial literacy is key for future planning.
DWP Boosts State Pension to £740 Monthly in May
DWP increases state pension by 4.8% due to Triple Lock, raising weekly payments to £184.90, equating to £740 monthly for eligible retirees.
HMRC Urges Under £100k Earners to Claim £2,000 Perk
HMRC promotes Tax-Free Childcare scheme offering up to £2,000 per child annually. Working parents earning under £100,000 can apply for a 25% top-up on childcare costs.
1 Million Miss Out on £473 Average HMRC Tax Refund
HMRC reveals almost 1 million people failed to claim tax refunds averaging £473. Learn how to check and claim your money via the HMRC app or online.
Sparkhill Mum Calls for Free School Meals for Primary Kids
Aysha Aslam, a mother of two from Sparkhill, Birmingham, advocates for universal free school meals for primary children, highlighting financial and nutritional benefits.
Martin Lewis: Overdrafts Most Dangerous Borrowing
Martin Lewis warns overdrafts are the most dangerous form of borrowing in the UK, costing 40% interest compared to credit cards at 24.9%. He advises paying off overdrafts first.
Nike Confirms 1,400 Job Cuts Across Global Markets
Nike announces 1,400 job layoffs across UK, Europe, North America, and Asia as part of its 'Win Now' turnaround strategy, affecting 2% of workforce.
Martin Lewis warns of 'penny short' credit card trap
Martin Lewis explains a credit card rule where missing a penny on repayment triggers interest on the full balance, potentially wiping out rewards.
Nationwide Warns Sextortion Scams Could Ruin Your Life
Nationwide warns that sextortion scams target ages 13-70, with men in their twenties most at risk. The building society urges customers not to share intimate images.
Universal Credit Mum in Court Over Kids' School Attendance
A DWP Universal Credit recipient was prosecuted in Staffordshire for failing to ensure her two daughters attended school regularly, with attendance rates as low as 31%.
DWP Universal Credit Change Gives Parents Extra £3,500
From April 6, 2026, the two-child benefit cap is scrapped, allowing Universal Credit claimants to receive child element for every child, worth up to £3,500 per year.
Vape Shop Owner Jailed for Assault on 13-Year-Old Girl
Janpal Singh, 27, was sentenced to six years and eight months for sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl who tried to steal a vape from his shop in Paignton.
FCDO Warns UK Tourists About Travel Insurance for Summer
The Foreign Office has issued a warning for UK tourists with summer holidays booked, urging them to ensure travel insurance covers all medical conditions to avoid claim rejection.
Half of Brits Fear Investing Over Loss and Jargon
A poll reveals 50% of Brits fear investing due to loss risks, economic uncertainty, and complex jargon, with many believing it's only for the wealthy.
Labour Urged to Hike Mileage Rate to 70p for Drivers
A parliamentary petition demands an urgent increase in the business mileage allowance from 45p to 70p per mile, warning drivers face annual losses up to £2,500 due to outdated rates frozen since 2011.
Morrisons Manager Sacked After 29 Years Speaks Out
A Black Country father dismissed from Morrisons after tackling a shoplifter says the supermarket was 'family' but left him unsupported. He reveals if he'd work in supermarkets again.
DWP Headcount Restrictions Hit Universal Credit Claimants
The DWP faces new headcount restrictions, reducing apprenticeship opportunities for Universal Credit claimants. Minister Andrew Western confirms a drop from 1,824 starts in 2022 to 907 in 2025.
Student Loan Interest Rates to Rise to 4.1% from September
The UK government confirms student loan interest rates will increase to 4.1% from September for Plan 1, 4, and 5 loans, with a 6% cap on Plans 2 and 3.
Brits could claim £689 from HMRC, says Martin Lewis
Martin Lewis warns 5.6 million people overpaid £3.5bn in income tax, with average overpayment of £689. Check your tax code now to claim refunds.
HMRC 'botched' crackdown puts 50,000 at risk
HMRC spent £186m on loan charge compliance but recouped only £44m, sparking criticism from politicians and campaigners who call the crackdown botched.
Fleet Operators Challenge Car Software Downgrades
The Association of Fleet Professionals questions the legality and ethics of over-the-air updates that reduce vehicle capabilities, citing impacts on electric vehicle charging times and operational efficiency.
Manager Sacked After 29 Years for Tackling Shoplifter
A former Morrisons store manager in Aldridge was dismissed after nearly three decades of service for intervening in a shoplifting incident, sparking outrage over the supermarket's 'no empathy' approach.
UK Unemployment May Exceed 2 Million for First Time in Decade
New forecasts warn UK unemployment could rise to 2.1 million next year, as Universal Credit claimants reach 8.4 million amid economic pressures.
DWP Extends ESA Deadline for Universal Credit Switch
The Department for Work and Pensions has announced an extension for Employment and Support Allowance claimants to move to Universal Credit, as part of a major welfare overhaul affecting over a million people.
State Pension Payments Brought Forward for May Holidays
The Department for Work and Pensions is moving state pension payments earlier due to May bank holidays, but recipients may see lower initial amounts as the annual increase phases in.
HMRC Urges Parents to Claim £2,000 Childcare Support
HMRC is reminding eligible parents earning under £100,000 to apply for Tax-Free Childcare, offering up to £2,000 per child annually, with 800,000 currently missing out.
DWP £3,000 Youth Jobs Grant for Universal Credit Claimants
The Department for Work and Pensions has detailed a new £3,000 Youth Jobs Grant for employers hiring young Universal Credit claimants, part of a £1 billion investment to boost youth employment opportunities.
Midlands Firm Fined £30k After Worker Crushed by Block
A Redditch company has been fined £30,000 after a worker suffered life-changing injuries when a one-tonne concrete block crushed his legs, leading to amputation.
Page 18 of 30