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Insecure workers trapped in unstable jobs for years due to unpredictable pay and hours

Are you getting all the help you’re entitled?

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National living wage may rise to £12.10 an hour

A 5.8% increase in the national living wage has been recommended

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Over 1 million workers 'cheated' out of holiday pay last year

BME workers worst affected

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Insecure workers reliant on food banks

It’s National Food Bank Day – let’s talk about it.

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Better working conditions on the way

Govt plans to ‘make work pay’

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New employment rights would raise living standards for BME workers

Huge increase of BME people in insecure roles

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Businesses still hesitant to hire despite growing economy

Fewer job openings

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Thousands left in financial crisis when employers go bust

What to do when you’ve been made redundant and they can’t afford to pay you.

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HMRC callers left on hold for 800 years

With people spending the equivalent of 800 years on hold to HMRC in 2022-23, it might be faster and simpler to talk to your employer before picking up the phone.

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Growing number of over-65s can’t afford to retire

Charities are calling for more support for older people as they approach retirement.