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ESI Enrollment Crosses 15 Lakh in February: What Benefits Are New Employees Getting? 

ESI Enrollment Crosses 15 Lakh in February: What Benefits Are New Employees Getting? 

The number of people being enrolled under the ESI scheme has touched an all-time high point with more than 15 lakh people having been enrolled under the ESI Scheme during the month of February 2026.

Underpaid for Holiday or Sick Leave? Report Your Employer Anonymously to the New UK Fair Work Agency 

Underpaid for Holiday or Sick Leave? Report Your Employer Anonymously to the New UK Fair Work Agency 

Underpaid holiday pay and underpaid sick pay are costing millions of UK workers money every year — with many unaware that they have the right to fight back. It appears as though you have been

Why BHP Employees in Port Hedland Are Preparing for Strike Action After Months of Talks 

Why BHP Employees in Port Hedland Are Preparing for Strike Action After Months of Talks 

BHP workers at the world-leading export terminal for iron ore at Port Hedland, WA, are facing the threat of industrial action after the talks fell silent and became increasingly frustrating after six months. https://twitter.com/ReutersWorld/status/2060174388004037106 Six

How to Report Passport Confiscation by Employers in UAE 

How to Report Passport Confiscation by Employers in UAE 

Passport Confiscation in the UAE is not only a workplace issue – it is an offence against the law. According to UAE Labour Law, your passport is an official government document, which means no employer

16th NHS Doctor Strike Set for 15–19 June: What Resident Doctors Are Demanding Over Pay 

16th NHS Doctor Strike Set for 15–19 June: What Resident Doctors Are Demanding Over Pay 

Since the 16th NHS Doctors Strike from 15–19 June 2026, resident doctors within England are preparing for another strike. It's part of the ongoing wage dispute which is among the longest pay disputes within the

Is Your Boss Cutting Overtime to Avoid the £12.71 Minimum Wage? How to Flag Illegal Rate Offsetting to the FWA 

Is Your Boss Cutting Overtime to Avoid the £12.71 Minimum Wage? How to Flag Illegal Rate Offsetting to the FWA 

A disturbing trend has emerged across sectors since the National Living Wage was increased to £12.71 an hour, with workers now realising overtime hours are being mysteriously cut from their rotas. Decreasing planned overtime may

Samsung Workers Secure Nearly $340K Bonus Deal as AI Boom Fuels Global Tech Pay Demands 

Samsung Workers Secure Nearly $340K Bonus Deal as AI Boom Fuels Global Tech Pay Demands 

The Samsung workers' bonus agreement negotiated in late May 2026 is shaking up South Korea's corporate world and the global semiconductor industry. Unionised workers at the world's biggest memory chip maker vote to accept a

How to Calculate Virginia’s New Paid Sick Leave Accruals: Step-by-Step Compliance Rules for US HR Managers 

How to Calculate Virginia’s New Paid Sick Leave Accruals: Step-by-Step Compliance Rules for US HR Managers 

The Virginia Labour law changes are bringing new and important Virginia New Paid Sick Leave requirements to which all HR managers and payroll professionals must be aware. From the moment you start hiring to when

UK Hiring Could Slow in 2026 as Firms Warn Over New Employment Rights Costs: What To Expect? 

UK Hiring Could Slow in 2026 as Firms Warn Over New Employment Rights Costs: What To Expect? 

In 2026, there is a defining point that will be reached in the employment sector of the United Kingdom. Although the Employment Rights Act has already started making a substantial impact on hiring practices and

UAE Eid Work Rules 2026: What Every Private Sector Employee Should Know 

UAE Eid Work Rules 2026: What Every Private Sector Employee Should Know 

With the upcoming Eid Al Adha, a question is on everyone's mind in the UAE private sector: If my employer requires me to work during the public holiday, what do I do? Understanding your rights