
Klarus research suggests AI is supporting junior employees at work. Mid-market technology leaders report improved productivity and new opportunities for junior staff, although the study measures executive perceptions rather than employment outcomes.

Leyton has opened a professional services hub in Belfast today. The consultancy plans 12 jobs over two years across specialist innovation tax and advisory work.

Selene has opened its first Birmingham clinical research site today. The company plans up to 30 jobs and a wider network of six NHS-integrated locations.

Northern Ireland has opened a major advanced manufacturing innovation centre. The almost £100m AMIC facility will connect industrial companies with research, technology and development capability.

Nettle has raised fresh capital to expand insurance AI globally. The $4.8m seed round takes total funding to $6.8m as the company targets commercial insurers’ loss control workloads.

RoslinCT has secured major backing for digital manufacturing expansion plans. Scottish Enterprise will provide up to £7.25m for a multi-year programme spanning data integration, digital systems and AI.

Informa is reshaping its portfolio around international business events globally. The group will acquire Clarion for £2.24bn, raise about £940m in equity and prepare Taylor & Francis for separation.

Report Fraud says hacking-related losses rose sharply during 2025/26 nationally. Reported stolen sums reached £6.3m as police and the NCSC encouraged wider use of phishing-resistant passkeys for important accounts.

Pharmacy2U and Reset Health have launched national provider Averly Health. The joint venture combines clinical assessment, prescribing, pharmacy fulfilment and continuing support as NHS commissioners expand cardiometabolic and obesity treatment pathways.

Lambeth is preparing a four-day working week trial for employees. Officers are developing the model, with no start date announced, while Hackney and Lewisham are also examining shorter-week policies.