The Engineering Industry Labour Report 2025
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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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Discover key insights into engineering recruitment trends, skills demand and workforce challenges in our latest Engineering Report.
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The UK water industry must invest in communication professionals to share positive stories, highlight environmental progress, and attract new talent.
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The Cunliffe Review calls for sweeping reform across the UK water sector, but its success hinges on one overlooked factor: workforce readiness. This article breaks down the report’s key recommendations and delivers a frank assessment of what employers must do now to survive the regulatory and regional shake-up.
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Blanket Inside IR35 determinations may seem like a risk-averse solution, but they can be incredibly costly. In this article, we explore how misclassifying contractors drives up costs, damages your ability to attract top talent, and reduces workforce flexibility. Backed by real-world figures, we outline how to avoid these mistakes and make compliant, role-by-role assessments that protect both your budget and reputation.
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Lauren Maddock's opening speech at the 2025 Energy UK EDI Conference highlights the importance of persistence, visibility and practical action in building a more inclusive energy sector. Read the full speech and why Murray McIntosh is proud to sponsor this vital event.
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Artificial Intelligence is rapidly reshaping the UK policy landscape. This article examines its growing role in regulation, political strategy, and public affairs—and highlights what professionals need to know to stay informed and relevant.
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Discover best practices for recruiting environmental policy analysts in the UK. Learn what skills to look for, common challenges, and how to build a more effective hiring strategy.
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Discover how to recruit aerospace engineers in the UK with practical talent acquisition strategies focused on sourcing, hiring, and retaining top technical talent.
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Discover how engineers are transitioning between defence, aerospace, marine, manufacturing, water and other sectors. Learn how to position your transferable skills and stand out in today’s competitive UK market.
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KKR’s failed £4 billion Thames Water deal underscores that the UK water industry’s crisis runs deeper than one company’s finances. Murray McIntosh argues that only decisive structural reform, not another quick fix, can restore stability and public trust.