Why British workers keep getting pay rises despite weak hiring
Settlement after first UK hotel strike for decades encapsulates problems BoE is grappling with
Settlement after first UK hotel strike for decades encapsulates problems BoE is grappling with

UK hospitality chains have increased service charges to offset the high cost of employment

Data shows 25,000 workers were not paid fairly in financial year ending in 2025, compared with 52,000 in 2024

Labour must focus its efforts on improving the business environment

The increase is not wholly driven by job cuts and a rise in labour supply is a net positive for businesses

Fewer restrictions on financial sector pay following changes by central bank

Generous deals to keep CEOs at some of the largest UK companies have caused barely a ripple of discontent