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Chancellor Rachel Reeves' plan to cut 10,000 civil service jobs aims to drive efficiency and modernise the public sector. Policy by Murray’s Associate Director, Lauren Maddocks, highlights the potential for smarter workforce structuring, better use of public funds, and new career opportunities in change management, infrastructure, and planning. Read more on the future of public sector recruitment.
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Kemi Badenoch’s controversial remarks about the "impossibility" of achieving net zero emissions by 2050 have sparked debate. While acknowledging real challenges, critics argue that undermining this goal could stifle progress and investor confidence. This article explores the risks of discrediting net zero and emphasises the importance of collective action, innovation, and sustainable solutions to combat climate change and build a resilient future.
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Explore the major transport changes coming to the UK in 2025, including railway nationalisation, zero-emission bus initiatives, and policy reforms like the Integrated National Transport Strategy. Learn how these developments aim to improve sustainability, connectivity, and efficiency while aligning transport systems with environmental goals, economic growth, and social equity.
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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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Read more about the impact that the growing focus on digitalisation in the public sector will have on policy and public affairs professionals
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?
Find out what impact the Budget has had on demand for policy and public affairs professionals, and how their roles will change
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Find out how the election has shifted demand for policy and public affairs professionals