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Late Harrods Owner 'Ruined Lives' Of Alleged Victims: Lawyer

Five women who worked as nannies or flight attendants for late Harrods owner Mohamed Al-Fayed had their lives "ruined" by years of abuse, during which they were subjected to "intrusive" medical checks, their lawyer told AFP. The five, who were not employed by the iconic London department store, are fighting…

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‘We’re not a third world country, we’re England’: anger rises as Birmingham’s bin strike takes toll on locals

With the city’s refuse collectors still on the picket line after four weeks, residents are pointing the finger of blame at the council

The Guardian - UK

Five women plan legal claim against Mohamed Al Fayed’s estate after abuse allegations

More than 100 alleged victims have contacted police to say they were sexually abused by the tycoon

The Independent UK

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Five women plan to pursue legal claim against Mohamed Al Fayed’s estate

The women worked as nannies and private air stewards for the former Harrods boss between 1995 and 2012, their lawyers said.

The Independent UK

Wildlife charity faces damages claim over elephant project in Africa linked to 12 deaths

Rural communities on the border between the African countries of Malawi and Zambia are threatening to sue an international animal conservation group for death and destruction caused by the relocation of more than 260 elephants to their area

The Independent UK

Teachers launch legal action over pension delays stalling divorces

Union says hold-ups in issuing pension transfer values causing ‘intolerable strain’

The Guardian - UK

McDonald’s branches warned of legal action after staff harassment claims

The restaurant chain could face legal action if they fail to take steps to protect workers

The Independent UK

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McDonald’s franchises told to tackle sexual harassment or face regulator action

Earlier this year, more than 700 people who were aged 19 or younger when working at McDonald’s instructed law firm Leigh Day to take legal action.

Evening Standard

Liverpool fans’ claims against Uefa can be heard in English courts, judge rules

In a hearing last July, Uefa argued that English courts do not have jurisdiction to deal with the claims.

Evening Standard

Widow says gambling regulator ‘not protecting customers’ amid legal action

Annie Ashton’s husband, Luke, took his own life in 2021, with an inquest finding a gambling disorder contributed to his death.

The Independent UK

Betting giants spared regulatory action after secret deals with watchdog

Controversial ‘special measures’ regime under fire after failures were not made public

The Guardian - UK

DWP to pay £5,000 compensation to 57,000 benefit claimants after court ruling

You may be owed up to £5,000

Evening Standard

DWP gives update on thousands of benefit claimants set for compensation after court battle

Not everyone will get compensation at the same time, universal credit boss reveals

The Independent UK

Bereaved parents launch court challenge over UK benefit ‘discrimination’

Widowed parent’s allowance claims for those not married or in civil partnership can only be backdated from 30 August 2018

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Evening Standard

Thousands of Asda shop workers move closer to payouts in historic equality case

Unions have suggested a fresh tribunal ruling could pave the way for store staff to receive back pay collectively worth up to £1.2 billion.

Evening Standard

Dancer settles 'body shaming' damages claim against Royal Ballet School

Ellen Elphick claimed she was encouraged to smoke and teachers pointed out parts of her body they would like to cut off

Evening Standard

Covid inquiry hears some vaccine injured have waited over a year for help ruling

A bespoke compensation or support scheme specifically for those affected by Covid-19 jabs has been suggested.

International Business Times

Hundreds Of Young Workers Sue McDonald's UK Alleging Harassment

More than 700 young workers are suing McDonald's UK after widespread harassment claims were exposed.

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The Guardian - UK

McDonald’s sacked 29 people after sexual harassment allegations, MPs told

Information given to select committee comes as more than 700 junior workers join legal action against chain

The Independent UK

McDonald’s facing new harassment claims as UK boss set to be questioned by MPs over labour rights

More than 700 current and former workers are bringing claims including discrimination, homophobia, racism and harassment.

Evening Standard

McDonald’s faces fresh harassment claims as UK boss prepares to face MPs

More than 700 current and former workers are bringing claims including discrimination, homophobia, racism and harassment.

The Guardian - UK

Amazon to settle dispute with delivery drivers over claims worth potential £140m

Exclusive: UK lawyers said in tribunal self-employed drivers owed because retailer dictated their working conditions

The Guardian - UK

Yorkshire town may bring first ‘forever chemicals’ legal case in UK

Residents claim contamination from Angus Fire factory has left them trapped and unable to sell their homes

Evening Standard

Tower Hamlets mayor Lutfur Rahman faces High Court battle over bid to axe LTNs

Campaigners say ruling could be landmark for other car-reduction schemes across the capital

Evening Standard

Met allegedly told of Al Fayed sexual misconduct claims as early as 1995

Samantha Jay-Ramsay’s family said she reported Mr Al Fayed to police when she worked at Harrods almost 30 years ago.

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