The Government is to hold fresh talks with the union representing train drivers in a bid to resolve their long-running pay dispute. Aslef said there will be an initial meeting with the Department for Transport next Tuesday, voicing hopes of “constructive” talks. It is understood the Rail Delivery Group, whichContinue Reading

Labour has announced sweeping new rules on technology – though not widely-expected new laws on artificial intelligence. Many within the technology and AI industries had expected that the King’s Speech would bring the introduction of new regulation and governance over artificial intelligence. But it included only passing references to theContinue Reading

The Government is pledging to create a new partnership between business, unions and workers with wide-ranging changes to employment rights. An Employment Rights Bill will be introduced within the first 100 days, as promised by Labour in the run-up to the general election. Measures will include banning “exploitative” zero-hours contracts,Continue Reading