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flag UK's worker rights bill stalls after Lords reject key union and strike provisions, sparking political clash.

flag The UK government’s Employment Rights Bill, seeking to strengthen worker protections like "day one" rights and end practices such as "fire and rehire," faces renewed opposition in the House of Commons after the House of Lords rejected key provisions including automatic union membership and lower strike ballot thresholds. flag Conservatives warn the bill could harm the economy, cost 326,000 jobs, and increase business costs, while government officials assert it will improve conditions for over 15 million workers and boost productivity. flag Labour accuses the Conservatives of opposing worker protections while supporting minimum wage cuts. flag The bill remains in negotiation between the two Houses.

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