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.
UK’s largest AI data centre planned for Essex, creating 750 jobs
Construction of what is set to become the UK’s largest artificial intelligence (AI) data centre in Loughton, Essex, could generate up to 750 jobs, BBC reports. The project, led by Nscale, involves a £2bn investment, with the facility expected to open by 2026. The data centre, to be located on Langston Road, will be the first of its kind in Essex. Nscale said 500 jobs would be created during construction, with a further 250 roles required to manage operations at the four-acre, 50MW site. The announcement aligns with the government’s broader ambition to establish the UK as a global leader
£4bn Malaysian investment to create 30,000 UK jobs
Malaysian-owned YTL has announced a £4bn investment in the UK over the next five years, focusing on transforming the greater Bristol area with 6,500 homes, schools, and a 19,500-capacity arena, creating over 30,000 jobs nationwide.
UK commits £4.5bn military boost to Ukraine, supporting jobs and security
The UK has announced a £4.5bn military support package for Ukraine in 2025, including artillery barrel production in Yorkshire and a new UK-Denmark air defence system, boosting defence industry jobs and capabilities.
McDonald’s to invest £1bn in creation of 24,000 UK-based jobs
These ambitions were unveiled as part of the report 'McDonald’s at 50', prepared by planning and development consultancy Lichfields.
