AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoBBC Job Cuts: BBC boss Matt Brittin says compulsory redundancies are coming as the corporation reveals a first phase of cuts, with up to 2,000 roles at risk over three years. Offshoring Call Centres: AO World is outsourcing up to 200 UK call-centre roles to South Africa, citing higher labour costs and aiming to save £4m a year. Pensions Check: Martin Lewis warns millions may have lost workplace pensions, pointing to £65bn in 3.3m forgotten pots. Workforce & Skills Growth: Structural Repairs opens a Doncaster manufacturing/R&D centre creating 25 skilled jobs, while Wall Colmonoy launches a £2.5m vacuum casting facility in South Wales to boost aerospace and defence supply chains. Youth Employment Support: Government expands Youth Hubs to Surrey towns, combining careers help with mental health and housing support. Illegal Labour Enforcement: Home Office data shows Essex firms fined over £150k for employing illegal workers, as raids hit record levels. Employment Law/Reserves: MoD says legal protections for reservists’ civilian training leave are under review, with thousands of employers signed up to support schemes. Health at Work: Research finds half of women in legal services say their working patterns are unsustainable for long-term health. Business Restructuring: Hays sells off operations across six countries as it reshapes its recruiter portfolio.
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