Weekly Policy Update: 20–25 January 2025

Key Highlights

Stay informed with the latest policy developments from the London Chamber of Commerce & Industry.

🔹 Government to Review Skilled Worker Visas – Plans for a new immigration white paper to attract high-skilled talent.

🔹 Infrastructure Investment Push – Chancellor calls for greater support for wind farms, housing, and transport projects.

🔹 New Patent Search Tool – The UK Intellectual Property Office launches ‘One IPO Search’ to simplify patent searches.

🔹 Digital Driving Licence Coming Soon – The UK government will introduce digital driver’s licences via the GOV.UK Wallet app.

🔹 UK Internal Market Act Consultation Open – Businesses encouraged to participate in shaping trade regulations.

🔹 Tackling Fake Reviews – Google to penalise businesses involved in fraudulent online reviews.

🔹 Employment & Earnings Update – Pay growth at 5.6%, but London’s unemployment remains the highest in the UK at 6.2%.

🔹 Public Spending Review & Trade Policy – Major reforms planned, including a £100bn investment in infrastructure

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