Construction hiring lift: Employment Hero data suggests Gen Z “hard graft” is shifting toward construction, with Gen Z employment up 11.3% (May–Aug) versus 3.9% in retail and hospitality, and full-time headcount growth in August led by construction. Apprenticeships boost (Scotland): SNIPEF welcomed an extra £8.8m for Modern Apprenticeships, saying it’s a needed first step but depends on employer confidence and capacity. Northern Ireland pharma jobs: iPHARMA secured £11.7m to accelerate pharmaceutical innovation via Queen’s University and Ulster University, aiming to unlock scale-up and create high-value roles. Renewables and jobs (Shetland): Amazon signed a PPA with Statkraft for the Mossy Hill wind farm, supporting carbon-free power and “real jobs” as the project targets 2030 operations. Energy policy debate: EDF boss Simone Rossi called new North Sea oil and gas projects a “no-brainer” for jobs and tax receipts while backing heat pumps and EVs. University staffing cuts (NE): University of Sunderland confirmed redundancy impacts on support and teaching staff amid higher-ed cost pressures. Retail job losses: TG Jones plans to close 150 stores, with 19 already shut and more expected, putting roles at risk. Immigration rules for training: UK visitor visa rules expand what visitors can do, including workshops, debates and more Erasmus+ training activities. Workplace tax warning: HMRC reminded side-hustlers earning over £1,000 to register for Self Assessment by 5 October.