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Autumn Budget 2025: What It Means for Hiring Across the UK’s Key Sectors

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Anna Kelly
Dec 10, 2025 · 6 mins read

Explore how the Autumn Budget 2025 affects UK recruitment, with rising employment costs, targeted sector investment, and strategic hiring guidance.

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April 2026: What Companies Hiring Contractors Need to Know

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Adam Cave
Dec 09, 2025 · 5 mins read

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's Speech on Addressing the Workforce Crisis in Water and Sanitation: Insights from a UNESCO Webinar

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Gemma Garcia Gamble
Oct 20, 2025 · 5 mins read

Adam Cave, Founder & Managing Director of Murray McIntosh, spoke at a UNESCO webinar on workforce challenges in water and sanitation. He highlighted strategies for building resilient, future-ready teams through agility, mentorship, and cross-sector collaboration.

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The Impact of Trump's Return on UK Policy and Public Affairs

Donald Trump’s return to the White House is reshaping UK policy and public affairs, from foreign relations and economic strategy to climate policy and political discourse. As Prime Minister Keir Starmer navigates shifting diplomatic ties, trade tensions, and defence pressures, Britain faces complex challenges in maintaining its global influence. Explore how Trump's presidency is impacting the UK’s political landscape, public opinion, and policy decisions in this in-depth analysis.

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Lauren Maddocks
Feb 25, 2025 · 14 mins read
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AMP7 Review: AMP8 Challenges and Solutions

A focused review of AMP7 and the challenges ahead in AMP8, offering practical solutions and insights to help address key issues in the water industry.

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Adam Cave
Jan 21, 2025 · 15 mins read
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What impact will COP29 have on public affairs and policy careers?

As the effects of global warming become increasingly evident, the event presented an opportunity to establish legislation aimed at reducing carbon emissions and mitigating the broader impacts of climate change. However, what were the outcomes of COP29, and how will they influence policy careers and the demand for specific skills?

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Lauren Maddocks
Dec 09, 2024 · 6 mins read