Should a University degree still be a requirement for roles, or should there be a stronger focus on skills and experience?

The Covid-19 pandemic significantly set back workplace equality, widening the gender pay and seniority gaps, with hybrid work offering mixed benefits and return-to-office policies disproportionately impacting women—highlighting the need for businesses to take proactive steps toward true diversity and inclusion.

The removal of double taxation in UK IR35 rules may revitalize the UK contracting market, but the current state also presents a potential opportunity for US employers to tap into skilled, cost-effective UK talent.

A Labour government could bring increased regulation, potential tax hikes, and bonus restrictions, creating compliance burdens and possible job cuts, but also fostering growth in ESG finance, risk management, and corporate social responsibility—ultimately shaping the financial sector based on its adaptability to policy changes.

To improve workplace inclusivity for autistic individuals, employers must rethink traditional neurotypical approaches to hiring and work environments, focusing on practical skills, clear communication, and accommodating individual needs.