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flag UK plans to ban zero-hours contracts for agency workers, offering more job security and benefits.

flag The UK government plans to ban zero-hours contracts for agency workers, requiring employers to offer a minimum number of guaranteed hours weekly. flag Workers on these contracts will also receive compensation for last-minute shift changes. flag Other changes include doubling penalties for "fire and rehire" practices and extending sick pay to lower-income workers. flag Trade unions support the move, while business groups worry it could harm small employers and job growth.

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