Organisations set to increase AI investment by more than 25% in 2025
According to data from Freshworks, only 4% of UK organisations plan to reduce their AI investment this year.
Only 40% of SMEs feel prioritised by current Government, finds Shawbrook
Neil Rudge, chief banking officer, commercial at Shawbrook, said: “Our latest research highlights the key concerns facing SMEs in navigating the current economic landscape."
65% of employees considering job moves as workplace expectations shift – Aon
The study from Aon painted a picture of a workforce increasingly in flux, prioritising benefits and compensation fairness in their employment decisions.
Spring Statement 2025: Chancellor boosts defence spending and job creation
The increased defence technology spending aims to create demand for highly skilled engineers and scientists across the UK.
State pensioners in line for ‘above-inflation’ triple lock boost
Following the latest inflation announcement this morning, state pensioners are set to recieve an 'above-inflation' triple lock boost, according to Aegon.
Hymans Robertson appoints Richard Wellard as head of alternative risk transfer solutions
Wellard will lead the team to support trustees and sponsors that are considering newer risk transfer options including superfunds and capital backed solutions.
87% of data analysts have better job satisfaction due to AI, research reveals
According to Alteryx's 2025 State of the Data Analyst report, over 95% of data analysts in banks have seen an uplift in their role’s strategic impact due to investments in AI.
SMEs call for tax cuts to revive stagnant economy
Research from Shawbrook showed that over a third of SME leaders believed tax breaks for reinvestment (36%) would provide a boost to their businesses.
Sports broadcast and production companies fined £4m in freelancer pay investigation
Four companies – BT, IMG, ITV and BBC – have agreed to pay fines totalling £4,240,356.
Early intervention is key to helping people back to work, says Canada Life
Dan Crook, managing director of Group Protection at Canada Life, expressed strong support for the Mayfield Review’s focus on health and employment.
TUC calls for urgent action to provide better career pathways and training opportunities
Paul Nowak, TUC General Secretary, said employment figures highlight the damaging effects of high interest rates on employment and living standards, urging immediate action from policymakers.
Thousands of carers receiving debt letters as review of Carer’s Allowance overpayments continues
Between May 2024 and February 2025, the number of outstanding Carer’s Allowance overpayment debts increased by over 9,000, with 143,922 people now affected.
