Political shake-up: Keir Starmer announced he will resign as UK PM less than two years after taking office, saying Labour asked if he’s best placed to lead the next general election and he accepted the answer “with good grace” while promising his successor his full support. Leadership race: Andy Burnham is widely expected to replace him after a by-election win, with debate now turning to what his economic approach could mean for jobs, bills and public services. Jobs & pay pressure: A new S&P Global PMI update points to private-sector activity at a 14-month low, with services driving the slowdown and headcount declines. Workplace safety in heat: With temperatures forecast up to 40C, businesses across the UK have started closing early and workers are being told to get protections and breaks. Skills & apprenticeships: Government plans a £2,000 employer payment for hiring apprentices under 25, aiming to steer young people toward technical routes. Energy jobs risk: Offshore wind transition concerns are flagged as North Sea plans could put thousands of roles at risk. Transport & growth: A court ruling clears a major legal hurdle for Gatwick’s airport expansion, supporting future capacity plans. HR compliance: Retail workers report weak confidence and patchy training on GDPR handling of customer data. Business restructuring: Nissan has shelved an electric Qashqai project in Europe, raising uncertainty for jobs tied to the Sunderland plant roadmap.