AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoExtreme Heat at Work: The HSE warns employers to assess and manage heat risks as a red extreme heat warning hits parts of England and Wales, with no legal “too hot” temperature but a duty of care that can trigger enforcement and claims. Workplace Rights Push: A new UK Parliament petition calls for a legally binding maximum working temperature of 25C, arguing current guidance has no upper cap. Older Workers Left Behind: Research finds employers with mostly over-55 staff offer far less health support—only 21% provide measures like enhanced sick pay or occupational health. AI and Jobs Pressure: US automotive leaders say AI is cutting workload pressure, but UK CEOs expect cyber recovery fast—many want operations back within a day—raising stress on security teams. Job Cuts in Tech: Snyk begins another round of layoffs (about 90 roles in Israel and more globally), while Oracle reports AI-linked workforce reductions and the Ethereum Foundation cuts 54 jobs. DWP Welfare Debt Crackdown: New powers let the DWP pursue welfare debt more aggressively, including possible driving licence removal for debts over £1,000. Labour Leadership Shift: Keir Starmer resigns; Andy Burnham emerges as the likely next PM as polls show the public split on his favourability.
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