AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 minutes agoGovernment Procurement & Jobs: UK unions welcomed plans to drop “green and progressive” proof requirements for government contracts, shifting focus to job creation, apprenticeships, and skills—while warning commitments must be monitored for decent, unionised work. Labor Market Pulse: A new look at Contra Costa County finds unemployment easing (4.8% in 2025 to 4.4% in early 2026) even as work patterns keep shifting. Seasonal Work & Immigration: US employers’ reliance on H-2A and H-2B seasonal visas remains central for farm and peak-demand industries, with labor certification requirements meant to protect wages and US workers. Training That Leads to Work: Pakistan’s salt industry is launching a free three-month technical program (classroom plus on-the-job training) to build job-ready skills; Australia’s aged care sector is also being urged to better protect workers from injury and assault. HR & Compliance Watch: OPM is set to take over federal employee appeals, with many cases decided from written records instead of hearings. Job Search Reality Check: A survey finds only 45% of US college students feel optimistic about the job market, with many upskilling and using AI to cope. Local Hiring Events: Northern Nevada is set for a regional career fair with 3,000+ jobs and nearly 100 employers.
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