Tag: News

Jul 1

Tech giants propose under-skin tracking and AI policing in radical justice overhaul

Tech companies including Google, Amazon, Microsoft and Palantir proposed a range of futuristic—and controversial—ideas for managing UK offenders at a closed-door meeting with the justice secretary, it has emerged. According to minutes seen by The Guardian, representatives from over two dozen technology firms met with Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood and Prisons Minister James Timpson in […]
Jul 1

Industry chiefs sound alarm over ‘horrific’ packaging tax threatening UK businesses

Senior UK industry figures have issued a stark warning over the government’s new packaging tax, branding it “horrific” and economically damaging. The finalised Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme, published by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) on Friday, will make producers pay the cost of recycling their packaging from October. Though the […]
Jun 29

Government urges supermarkets to make healthy food more appealing in bid to tackle obesity crisis

Supermarkets and food manufacturers in England will be expected to help tackle rising obesity rates by making it easier for customers to choose healthier food, under a new government initiative announced today. Ministers have confirmed a partnership with major food retailers to improve the health of the nation through measures that could include promotions on […]
Jun 29

Top university degrees lose sway as tech employers prioritise job-ready skills

Elite academic credentials are losing their dominance in graduate recruitment, as UK tech employers place growing emphasis on practical and interpersonal skills when hiring for entry-level roles. According to new research from tech talent specialist mthree, 39% of hiring leaders now view graduates from all universities equally — a sharp increase from just 23% last […]