Surrey coroner urges government to introduce dog-walking limits
Surrey's senior coroner has written to the government to call for a limit to the number and gross weight of dogs that can be walked by one person after the death of professional dog walker Natasha Johnston.
Chancellor confirms National Living Wage will increase next year
More than three million workers will receive a pay boost after the chancellor confirmed the National Living Wage will increase from £11.44 to £12.21 an hour from April 2025.
Government commits to genuine living wage
The government has overhauled the remit of the Low Pay Commission (LPC) to factor in the cost of living when recommending minimum wage rates.
Pet abduction to become criminal offence in August
Pet abduction will become a criminal offence in August in England and Northern Ireland after legislation received Royal Assent.
Government unveils package to boost apprenticeships
The government will fully-fund apprenticeships in small businesses from 1 April by paying the full cost of training for anyone up to the age of 21.
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