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Water Industry Labour Report 2026: Have your say

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Adam Cave
Jul 20, 2026 · 4 mins read

AMP8 is putting unprecedented pressure on the water workforce. Share your views in the 2026 Water Industry Labour Report and help shape workforce strategy.

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Political Short-Termism: When Leadership runs out of time

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Anna Kelly
Jul 20, 2026 · 5 mins read

We asked one question "Do you believe short-termism is influencing decision-making in your sector, and if so, what are the consequences?"

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Politics in flux: What leadership churn means for careers in policy and public affairs

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Anna Kelly
Jul 06, 2026 · 2 mins read

Frequent leadership change is transforming how organisations hire, and shaping skills against a changing political agenda.

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April 2026: What Companies Hiring Contractors Need to Know

From April 2026, PAYE and NIC liability may shift to agencies or hiring companies if umbrella providers fail to comply. Understand your risks and how a compliant recruitment partner safeguards your business.

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Adam Cave
Dec 09, 2025 · 5 mins read
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EDI at Work: Progress, Patchiness and Payoffs

Explore the state of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in UK workplaces. From gender pay gaps to LGBTQ+ visibility, disability participation and neurodiversity, this article examines progress, setbacks and the policies, economics and recruitment practices shaping change.

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Anna Kelly
Oct 01, 2025 · 6 mins read
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Starmer’s Labour Conference Speech: What It Means for Business and Recruitment

Keir Starmer’s speech at the Labour conference laid out some clear signals for business. From tougher rules on long-term migration but more focus on youth mobility, to a push for apprenticeships and ongoing fiscal restraint, the message is simple: companies will need to invest in skills and resilience if they want to stay ahead.