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Labour triumphs in Scottish by-election after fierce campaign

In a surprising turn of events, the Labour Party led by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer secured a notable win in a Scottish parliamentary by-election on Friday. The contest, marked by intense and often bitter campaigning, took place in the Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse constituency previously......

UK begins rail renationalisation under Labour government

The UK has started renationalising its rail services, marking the first step in a Labour government plan to bring all train operators back under public control within two years. This initiative follows Labour's return to power last July after 14 years in opposition. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced......

Reform UK Gains Traction in Local Elections as Traditional Parties Face Setbacks

Reform UK, the populist party led by Nigel Farage, has made early strides in local elections, positioning itself as a significant force in British politics. In the northwest of England, Reform's Sarah Pochin secured a narrow victory in the Runcorn and Helsby seat, overcoming Labour's Karen Shore......

What to expect during the May 'puente' holidays in Spain

As the May 1st bank holiday approaches, many in Spain are eager to know what shops and services will remain open during this festive period. Labour Day, or Día Internacional de los Trabajadores, falls on May 1st, a Thursday this year. It is a public holiday observed nationwide, meaning that most......

Morocco to host global conference on eliminating child labor

Morocco has been chosen to host the 6th Global Conference on the Elimination of Child Labor in 2026, marking a significant milestone as it becomes the first Arab nation to welcome this international event. The decision was made unanimously by the Governing Body of the International Labour Organization......

UK tightens immigration rules for citizenship applicants

The British Home Office has announced stricter regulations for immigrants seeking British citizenship. According to the BBC, anyone who enters the UK illegally will be denied citizenship under the updated guidelines. This decision has been met with criticism from the Refugee Council and some Labour......

UK's low-income shoppers pose challenge to economic growth

In Southampton, England, Deb Taylor, a 63-year-old cleaner, left a discount fashion store empty-handed, lamenting that even low-cost items are no longer affordable. Antonia Alden, a stay-at-home mother, also expressed frustration during a rare shopping trip, revealing that she no longer visits stores......

Morocco updates strike law: Key changes expand worker protections and union rights

Morocco's Parliament has taken a significant step forward in labor legislation by approving draft law No. 97.15, which establishes new conditions and procedures for exercising strike rights. The Lower House passed the legislation with 84 votes in favor and 20 against, marking a substantial revision......

Representatives Approve Landmark Legislation Expanding Workers' Rights to Strike

The Chamber of Representatives has approved a significant legislative measure, the Organic Bill No. 97.15, defining the conditions and modalities for exercising the right to strike. The bill passed with 84 votes in favor and 20 votes against, with no abstentions. During the legislative session, Minister......