Royal Mail ‘cyber-incident’ hits overseas post Getty Images By Tom Espiner Business reporter, BBC News Royal Mail says it is unable to send letters and parcels overseas following a “cyber-incident”. The delivery firm is telling customers to stop sending items overseas while it tries to resolve the issue. Royal Mail said there were also minor… Continue reading Royal Mail ‘cyber-incident’ hits overseas post
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PMQs: Rishi Sunak says he is registered with NHS doctor
PMQs: Rishi Sunak says he is registered with NHS doctor This video can not be played To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser. The prime minister has told MPs he is registered with an NHS GP but has used “independent healthcare in the past”. Rishi Sunak had previously refused to… Continue reading PMQs: Rishi Sunak says he is registered with NHS doctor
NHS bosses fear impact of second ambulance strike
NHS bosses fear impact of second ambulance strike PA Media By Nick Eardley and Nick Triggle BBC News The impact of Wednesday’s ambulance strike in England and Wales is likely to be worse than that of the one before Christmas, NHS managers are warning. Thousands of paramedics and support staff will walk out for the… Continue reading NHS bosses fear impact of second ambulance strike
Why it is becoming easier to sue big tech in the UK
Why it is becoming easier to sue big tech in the UK Getty Images The UK is seeing a rise in people suing companies, including some of the best known names in technology, en masse. Research by Thomson Reuters shows the amount of damages being sought in what are known as class actions leapt from… Continue reading Why it is becoming easier to sue big tech in the UK
Labour to unveil plan to help jobseekers find work
Labour to unveil plan to help jobseekers find work EPA By Iain Watson & Paul Seddon BBC News Labour’s shadow work and pensions secretary is set to unveil plans to encourage older workers and those with medical conditions back into work. In a speech, Jonathan Ashworth will promise improved support for those who have recently… Continue reading Labour to unveil plan to help jobseekers find work
Rishi Sunak refuses to say if he uses private GP
Rishi Sunak refuses to say if he uses private GP This video can not be played To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser. By Joshua Nevett BBC Politics Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has repeatedly refused to say whether he uses private healthcare, insisting it is “not really relevant”. Mr Sunak… Continue reading Rishi Sunak refuses to say if he uses private GP
Lawyers expect court challenge to anti-strike laws
Lawyers expect court challenge to anti-strike laws This video can not be played To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser. By Joshua Nevett BBC Politics Lawyers say they expect the UK government’s planned laws on enforcing minimum service levels during strikes to be hampered by legal challenges. Unions could be… Continue reading Lawyers expect court challenge to anti-strike laws
Many Android phones to get satellite connectivity
Many Android phones to get satellite connectivity Iridium By Zoe Kleinman Technology editor A new partnership between the satellite phone firm Iridium and chip giant Qualcomm will bring satellite connectivity to premium Android smartphones later in the year. It means that in places where there is no mobile coverage, handsets can connect with passing satellites… Continue reading Many Android phones to get satellite connectivity
Keir Starmer embraces Brexit slogan with ‘take back control’ pledge
Keir Starmer embraces Brexit slogan with ‘take back control’ pledge This video can not be played To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser. By Becky Morton Political reporter Sir Keir Starmer has promised a new “take back control” bill to transfer powers from Westminster to communities. In his first speech… Continue reading Keir Starmer embraces Brexit slogan with ‘take back control’ pledge
Amazon to shed over 18,000 jobs as it cuts costs, CEO says
Amazon to shed over 18,000 jobs as it cuts costs, CEO says Getty Images By Annabelle Liang Business reporter Amazon aims to shed more than 18,000 roles as it cuts costs, the technology giant’s boss says. He added the announcement was brought forward “because one of our teammates leaked this information externally”. The job cuts… Continue reading Amazon to shed over 18,000 jobs as it cuts costs, CEO says