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CBI Chief Warns £5 Billion Impact from UK Reforms

3/8/2025

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CBI president Rupert Soames has voiced strong opposition to the UK government's proposed employment reforms, labeling them "highly damaging" to business investment. He warned that changes to sick pay and agency worker protections could burden employers with an additional £5 billion, stifling growth and deterring international talent from coming to the UK.

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CBI president Rupert Soames has voiced strong opposition to the UK government's proposed employment reforms, labeling them "highly damaging" to business investment. He warned that changes to sick pay and agency worker protections could burden employers with an additional £5 billion, stifling growth and deterring international talent from coming to the UK.