Weekly Policy Update – Summary

• UK GDP grew only 0.1% in Q3; labour market weakened with unemployment rising to 5%.
• Bank of England held interest rates at 4%, signalling gradual cuts ahead if inflation continues to ease.
• Government published a major post-16 Skills Reform White Paper, with Skills England leading national skills planning and new V Levels introduced.
• New AI master’s scholarships and Turing Pioneer Fellowships launched; UK signs an innovation partnership with the Netherlands on AI, quantum and semiconductors.
• Cyber Security and Resilience Bill introduced to strengthen the UK’s protection of critical digital infrastructure.
• UKEF outlined new clean-growth export measures; government attachés unlocked £100m in new agri-food export opportunities.
• Launch of the £5bn Pride in Place Programme to support local regeneration projects.
• Companies House confirmed fee increases for Community Interest Company registrations from February 2026.

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Weekly Policy Update – 13 November 2025