Recruitment sector must play key role in government’s AI action plan, says APSCo
Shazia Imtiaz, general counsel at APSCo, welcomed several aspects of the plan, including the creation of AI Growth Zones and research into skills gaps.
Government pledges £60m boost for creative industries to turbocharge growth
The Government plans work together with the sector to increase growth and investment.
NASUWT welcomes call for paid miscarriage leave ahead of 24 weeks
NASUWT welcomes MPs’ support for statutory paid leave for miscarriage, urging the Government to back amendments to the Employment Rights Bill.
Liberal Democrats call GDP growth “pitiful” and demand action on jobs tax and trade
Daisy Cooper MP has criticised the Chancellor's economic policies, labelling 0.1% GDP growth in November as "pitiful" and urging the government to abandon its "jobs tax" and adopt a genuine growth strategy.
JATCO and Nissan’s investment deal in partnership with the Government to create 183 new jobs
Nissan and JATCO have secured a £50mn investment deal in partnership with the government to create a new manufacturing plant in Sunderland.
‘Plan for Change’ to deliver jobs and growth in fusion industry
Researchers developing fusion energy receive a record £410mn investment, helping to kickstart economic growth.
Government funds 120 projects to test AI tech for UK industries
Small businesses across the country will benefit from AI tools aimed at boosting productivity and efficiency.
Government proposals aim to protect businesses from cybercrime
Businesses in the UK are set to be protected by new ransomware proposals to tackle the threat of cybercrime.
UK SMEs called to apply for major Government export awards
The Department for Business and Trade’s (DBT) Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards are open for SMEs to enter until 9th March.
Irish Government decision could leave migrant care assistants below minimum wage
Most migrant HCAs on general employment permits have fallen below the new national minimum wage which came into effect on 1st January.
Government backs businesses with £51.9m to cut emissions and boost growth
The Government has awarded £51.9m to 25 businesses for emissions-reduction projects, supporting the UK’s goal of becoming a clean energy superpower and boosting economic growth.
NHS waiting lists dip slightly in November as private healthcare receives £2.5bn boost
NHS waiting lists dropped to 7.48 million in November 2024, with new Government reforms aiming to tackle the backlog by expanding private healthcare funding.
