Public sector

Less than one in 10 NHS trusts has a dedicated policy to deal with allegations of sexual assault and harassment, an investigation has found.

Junior doctors to strike in June 2023 for 72-hours and threaten to walk out every month this summer as talks deemed 'unproductive'

An independent pay review body has recommended a 6.5% pay award for teachers in 2023-24, it has been reported.

The Employment Appeal Tribunal says a driving examiner who resigned over Covid health fears can have his dismissal claim reheard.

The Specialist Crime Command, which deals with cyber threats, child sex exploitation, homicide, firearms, drugs and armed robbery is facing a recruitment crisis.

The RCN claims a third of NHS mental health hubs set up during the pandemic have closed.

Mark Serwotka, general secretary of the PCS union, which represents Civil Service workers, has announced his retirement.

The CIPD's spring 2023 labour market outlook suggests public sector pay is set to increase at a record rate.

Bedford Borough Council's digital transformation programme saw it move from paper-based processes to a smoother and more cost-efficient experience.

Police Scotland has banned staff and officers in frontline roles from having beards, in case they have to wear an FFP3 face mask.

A Ministry of Justice job advertisement for prison officers has fallen foul of advertising standards on race discrimination grounds.

A doctor who was unfairly dismissed from her role as medical director has been awarded £3m in compensation.

NHS Staff Council accepts the government's pay deal after all but four unions voted in favour of a 5% increase for 2023-24.

Members of the GMB union have voted to accept the government’s 5% pay offer for NHS staff.

High court judges have imposed an injunction to stop the forthcoming nurses strike in England, as requested by the UK government, in lieu of a full hearing taking place.