AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoGermany Protests: Hundreds of thousands marched across Germany against planned spending cuts, with unions warning pension and welfare reforms could hit working people. UK Work Support: Britain’s DWP plans earlier, stronger help for sick and disabled employees to keep them in work, after data showed many leave employment when health problems drag on. Spain & AI Governance: Spain will launch a tripartite social dialogue from October under its IA360 plan to speed up ethical, secure AI adoption. UK Sick Pay Law: New “day one” statutory sick pay rules are now in force, removing waiting periods and earnings thresholds—sparking employer complaints about notice. Poland Jobs & Defence: Poland’s defence build-up is creating local manufacturing jobs as spending accelerates. Bosnia Investment Drop: Direct foreign investment in Bosnia and Herzegovina fell again, blamed on political instability and a shrinking labour force. France Bakery Hit: Soaring fuel prices are squeezing French bakers’ margins, threatening earnings for small businesses. Ukraine Rail Lifeline: Russia’s strikes near the Polish border highlight how vulnerable Ukraine’s rail links remain. Labour Conference: Andy Burnham opens Labour’s conference in Liverpool, pushing for “hope” while seeking concrete plans amid economic pressure. EU Mobility: A new passport ranking puts Spain top in Europe for visa-free travel strength.
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