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UK

Burnham considers immigration exemption for care workers

The measure is not expected to be announced next week but could be introduced later this year after the Home Office completes its consultation.

Bank-of-England
Business

Bank of England set to hold rates despite rebound in oil and gas prices

British inflation has so far remained below the BoE's forecasts, falling to a 15-month low of 2.6 per cent in June.

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UK

Fake care recruiter shut down after taking £19,000 from overseas workers

The company invited applicants to interviews, approved them for care jobs and asked them to sign contracts before paying "consultation fees" of up to £1,199, along with extra charges for training, uniforms and processing.

Andy-Burnham
UK

Burnham vows to bring major changes to social care

Unlike the publicly funded NHS, which is dealing with long waiting lists and stretched resources, social care for elderly and disabled people in Britain is largely privatised.

Burnham
UK

Burnham says he would call out Trump if it was right for Britain

"All leaders have to do that. You have to defend your own national interest before anything else. That's what you're required to do if you're to do this job properly," he said.

Anas Sarwar
Editorial

Anas Sarwar set to join Burnham government as minister

When Burnham became prime minister on Monday, Sarwar praised his "bold Labour vision". Burnham named his cabinet later that day, with further ministerial appointments expected.

CJP
Editorial

India's top judge declines CJP protest plea as movement born after his remarks grows

The protests have also seen Congress leader Rahul Gandhi detained outside prime minister Narendra Modi's residence before he was later released.

Mitie
Business

Mitie agrees £3.1bn takeover by OCS Group

Founded in 1987, the company employs 84,000 staff in cleaning, building maintenance, security and other facilities management services.