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Public affairs talent faces mass departures this year. New research suggests nearly two-thirds of professionals in the discipline plan to change roles within six months, raising concerns over mounting skills shortages and growing regulatory pressure.
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Europe’s leaders move to strengthen economic competitiveness. At an informal summit this week, leaders agreed to fast-track measures aimed at reducing fragmentation within the EU.
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President Trump and the EPA repeal Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding. The 2009 finding enabled regulation of emissions from carbon-heavy industries. Its repeal may save $1.3 trillion but removes regulatory authority, sparking criticism from environmental groups.
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Mature knowledge systems determine AI and growth outcomes. A global iManage study finds organisations with strong knowledge foundations are nearly twice as likely to report revenue growth and are significantly more successful at embedding AI into daily operations.
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Google partners with Open Partners on proprietary ad tech. The collaboration will see the independent agency’s Automated Campaign Execution platform — ACE — formally developed within the Google ecosystem ahead of a planned early 2026 launch, following reported uplifts of 20–30% in ROAS and conversions.
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Jungle Creations opens Manchester office to scale northern growth. London-based social publisher establishes permanent King Street base after expanding its remote team by 80% in its first year, reinforcing investment in northern talent and regional client growth.
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UK employees welcome AI but demand human oversight. A nationwide survey of 2,000 employees finds strong enthusiasm for artificial intelligence in the workplace, but clear insistence that accountability and final decision-making authority remain with people as adoption expands.
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Purbeck Insurance Services launches new apprenticeship programme. The personal guarantee insurance provider has introduced an 18-month scheme to coincide with National Apprenticeship Week, aiming to recruit up to two apprentices and support long-term careers within the UK insurance sector.
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Chancellor prioritises EU ties as UK’s key growth lever. Rachel Reeves said closer economic and security alignment with the European Union represents the “biggest prize” for Britain’s future prosperity, citing trade scale and the need to reduce post-Brexit friction.
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UK economy records marginal fourth-quarter expansion amid slowdown. Official data show 0.1% growth between October and December 2025, underscoring continued fragility in output despite services resilience and steady consumer demand.