Tax rises in Autumn are now inevitable
Tax rises this Autumn now look inevitable after Labour’s welfare reforms collapsed. With markets rattled, Starmer forced into a U-turn, and Reform gaining ground, pressure is mounting ahead of the next Budget.
Switzerland – UK Life Sciences Labour Market Trends, June 2025
This report explores how pharma innovation, AI-led R&D, and regional investment are sustaining scientific hiring in Switzerland’s life sciences sector in 2025.
The US strikes Iran
The US strike on Iran’s nuclear sites marks a turning point, likely accelerating Tehran’s push for nuclear weapons while sidelining moderates and escalating regional tensions. As the UK faces rising threats from a growing Iran–Russia axis, its lack of military readiness is becoming a critical vulnerability.
A trade deal with the USA
Trump’s tariffs threaten UK exports in cars and pharma, but a weakening dollar and trade deal prospects offer a potential boost for UK industry.
QA – UK Life Sciences Labour Market Trends, May 2025
QA hiring in life sciences is shifting, with the UK and Germany driving growth in 2025 while major firms and regions scale back amid regulatory change, patent cliffs, and capital discipline.
