-
Government AI data requests put workplace evidence under pressure. Companies are being asked to share aggregated information on how AI is affecting jobs, skills, productivity, and work quality.
-
Zero-hours reforms would reshape workforce planning across exposed sectors. The government is consulting on guaranteed hours, reasonable notice, and cancellation payments, with employers facing new compliance, scheduling, and cost pressures.
-
CIPD warns zero-hours reforms could create unintended workforce insecurity risks. It said complex rules may push employers towards contractors and fixed-term arrangements, weakening opportunities for some young workers.
-
UK services data has turned cautious after months of resilience. The latest PMI shows output, new work, hiring, and confidence weakening as companies confront soft demand and persistent cost pressure.
-
Google’s search ruling gives publishers new control over AI discovery. The CMA has imposed a conduct requirement covering opt-outs, attribution, model fine-tuning, and compliance reporting as AI reshapes search visibility.
-
NAKIVO has reported steady first-quarter growth across global markets worldwide. MSP numbers rose 18% year on year, while total revenue increased 4% during Q1 2026.
-
Lovell Renew Central has appointed Andy Webster as commercial lead. The move follows a 27% increase in staff over 12 months, as the refurbishment and retrofit specialist expands its Midlands project pipeline.
-
Asda is turning to Ocado for online grocery infrastructure upgrades. The partnership will use Ocado’s Smart Platform across ecommerce, store fulfilment, delivery planning, and aggregator orders from 2027.
-
Edify has secured fresh backing to scale hospitality operations software. Calculus invested £2.5m as part of a £3m round for the AI platform, which serves brands including Pret A Manger, Dunkin’ Donuts, WatchHouse, and Yolk Brands.
-
Salary sacrifice reforms could weaken pension saving for millions nationally. LCP says more than 2.8 million workers are expected to reduce contributions after the 2029 cap takes effect.