Industry reacts: Teacher pay rise in England
The government has agreed to fully fund a forthcoming pay increase for teachers in England in a sudden U-turn.
Trade body describes the Government’s new electric HGV plan as a ‘monumental challenge’
Oliver Dean | 17th February 2026 | Jobs, Trade Associations, Uncategorised
With only 1 in 70 new HGV's being electric, the government must assist with infrastructure investment says industry leader
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The government wants to make it harder for businesses to say no to WFH – what does this mean for young people?
The new government protocol raises concerns about whether young people are getting the necessary exposure they need in their early careers
Leader in UK Public Affairs: Dr Michelle Howard, Senior Advisor for Defence and Space, Lexington Communications: “The future of public affairs is full of promise for the creative”
Lexington’s Michelle Howard explains how an unconventional career spanning opera, journalism, hydropower and defence led her into public affairs, why political instability rewards creativity and listening, and what
Leader in Public Affairs: Ros Morgan, Chief Executive, Heart of London Business Alliance, “Build a strong, proud and open culture where everyone has a voice”
After two decades spent in advocacy on behalf of business, Ros reveals what parts of the industry she believes needs reform.
FGS Global acquires Washington government affairs agency
FGS Global has acquired Washington, DC-based government affairs firm Rich Feuer Anderson.
Industry Reacts: Lucy Powell and education reform
The Burnham administration has unveiled an ambitious new vision for Britain's school system. Mace asks leaders across the education sector for their verdict.
Rising costs and uncertainty continue to weigh on UK chemical supply chain
Industry leaders say the UK chemical supply chain has "enormous potential" but is suffering due to business costs, trade conditions and uncertainty.
Industry leaders signal a ‘momentous day for social care’
The leading association for not-for-profit care has called the Prime Minister's announcement 'a seminal moment'
Kemi’s true blue purge, with help from Sir Philip May
The news that former Home Secretary Sir Grant Shapps has failed to make the new Tory candidate list has put fear into dozens of former Conservative MPs. Whether
Industry reacts: Burnham cuts business rates for pubs, clubs and music venues in England by 20%
Mace investigates what industry leaders really think about this new measure.
