Thought Leadership

Apprenticeships and the Future of Talent: Keeping the Momentum Going  

National Apprenticeship Week is a timely reminder of the role apprenticeships play in shaping the future workforce. They provide businesses with a direct talent pipeline,…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead at 2025: Healthcare

2024 saw continued industrial action and funding challenges and a strong focus on increasing productivity. A new government in July and Lord Darzi’s independent review…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead at 2025: Retail

As we entered 2024, we predicted a slow start to the year, with consumer confidence remaining fragile following the cost-of-living crisis. On a positive note, we…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead at 2025: Consumer

As we look back on our predictions for 2024, it’s nice to see that many of our forecasts were spot on. The cost-of-living crisis did…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead at 2025: Social Housing

Heading into 2025, Berwick’s Bonnie Amos-English reviews the key themes we saw in 2024 and makes some predictions for the New Year.

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025: Manufacturing & Engineering

For 2025, we see the UK’s industrial manufacturing sector focusing on digital transformation, sustainability, and innovation. Key trends will include the adoption of Industry 4.0…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025: IT & Digital

2024 was undoubtedly the year that AI transitioned from theory to reality. While it hasn’t yet had the seismic effects some predicted, we are now…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025: Procurement and Supply Chain

Many of the issues highlighted in 2024 remain firmly in place as we move into 2024. There is no sudden break point as we step…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025: UK Hospice Sector

The hospice sector in the UK is poised for significant developments in 2025, with a focus on quality care, technological advancements, and addressing workforce challenges.  

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025: Sustainable Packaging

The packaging industry is currently navigating several significant challenges as businesses strive to stay competitive amidst ongoing market headwinds and a complex value chain. Key…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025: Trade Associations & Memberships

As we reflect on the past year, it is evident that 2024 was a pivotal year for membership associations, trade associations, and professional bodies. The…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025: HR Leadership

As we move into 2025, we are reflecting on the predictions we made for 2024 and how they have unfolded. Our consultants in our HR…

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