AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWorkplace Rights & AI: A US worker won a religious exemption from using AI at her software job, a reminder that employers may have to consider faith-based requests when rolling out new tech. Disability & Benefits: The DWP says it will make four changes for everyone on PIP by 2028, aiming for a more joined-up health-and-employment journey. Terminal Illness Support: A Liberal Democrat MP pressed for people with terminal diagnoses to claim State Pension early; the DWP points to existing “Special Rules for End of Life” support instead. Jobs & Skills: Shropshire reports low, stable NEET rates (around 2.1–3.3%) after targeted early intervention and post-16 partnerships. Pay & Retail: Primark introduced a £13 minimum wage rule across UK stores, lifting pay for shop-floor staff. Hiring & Security: Five Eyes warns Chinese spies are using job sites and fake offers to target sensitive UK government and military staff. Business & Employment: European Cargo has collapsed into administration, leaving 178 staff jobless, while UK retailers cut nearly 18,000 jobs amid higher taxes and wages. Local Economy: Wales saw the weakest high-street footfall in the UK in May, with visits down 5% year-on-year. Employee Ownership: A Wilmslow law firm has become employee-owned after 25 years.
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