AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEU Jobs & Skills: Ursula von der Leyen used her State of the Union to push a “Kids Act” that would ban social media access for under-13s, allow supervised “mini accounts” for 13-15, and require “safe design” for 15-18—while also outlining a tougher AI framework. AI at Work: A Futuresource survey found AI use is already mainstream (67% used AI at work in the past week) but most employees still lack clear employer training and policy support. Security & Risk: The FBI and US DOJ allege Russia is recruiting people to surveil and kill dissidents, with alleged terrorism plots targeting civilian and military infrastructure across Europe and the US. Auto Jobs Boost (UK): Nissan will invest £170m in Sunderland to build the new Kicks hybrid for Europe, supporting thousands of skilled roles. Advanced Manufacturing Jobs (UK): McLaren announced a £500m UK expansion plan, aiming for at least 1,000 direct and indirect jobs by 2032. Labour Shortage Fix (Shipping): Germany relaxed crewing rules so non-EU masters and senior officers can serve on German-flagged ships, aiming to ease officer shortages. Housing & Construction (Scotland): The Scottish National Investment Bank backed 370 build-to-rent homes in Edinburgh, with construction starting this year and jobs tied to the delivery pipeline.
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