AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoLeadership Shake-Up: Keir Starmer’s “new direction” pitch in the King’s Speech is getting drowned out by revolt talk—Health Secretary Wes Streeting is reported to be preparing a leadership bid, with Angela Rayner cleared on a tax probe, raising the odds of an open Labour rebellion. Economy Watch: The UK logged its strongest quarterly growth in a year—GDP up 0.6% in Q1 and 0.3% in March—though analysts warn the Iran-war hit may show up later. Jobs & Hiring: Hiring is turning more cautious and more targeted: permanent roles are cooling while temporary staffing edges up, and commercial recruiters say demand is shifting toward specialist, AI-fluent talent. Skills & Training: A big theme across work is mismatch—many employees are expected to use new tech without adequate training. Public Services & Welfare: The DWP’s planned bank checks for Universal Credit, ESA and Pension Credit face “public trust” concerns. Local Growth: Northern Ireland’s private investment jumped to £384m in 2025, backing 186 businesses and 47,000 jobs. Care Shortage: Churches are being urged to help tackle the fostering shortfall.
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