Barclays staff, represented by the Unite union, are challenging the bank's revised hybrid working model, which will reduce permitted work-from-home days. The union is calling for a one-off payment to mitigate increased travel and childcare expenses for its 36,000 members.
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) will cease its financial backing of the LIV Golf series following the conclusion of the current season. This decision casts significant doubt over the future viability of the golf league, which has been instrumental in the Kingdom's broader sports washing efforts.
Oil prices have reached their highest level since 2022 following reports the US military has prepared 'short and powerful' strike plans against Iran for President Donald Trump, amid continued disruption to the Strait of Hormuz.
Aberdeen, once Europe's oil capital, is grappling with significant job losses as North Sea oil and gas production diminishes. Despite political pledges for a 'just transition' to renewable energy, thousands of skilled workers are struggling to find new employment, raising concerns about the UK's energy policy and its impact on regional economies.
