AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoForeign-Worker Policy: Malaysia’s PM Anwar Ibrahim said the government will keep reviewing the need for foreign workers via existing channels, prioritising legal workers already in-country before any new recruitment—while tightening enforcement against syndicates that exploit labour. Workplace Compliance & HR Risk: The US EPA is ramping up inspections under the Clean Air Act’s Risk Management Program and EPCRA, pushing chemical-facility teams to be inspection-ready and coordinate worker safety and community emergency planning. EU HR Reform: The EU’s first major workplace overhaul in two decades is underway, with reforms presented by HR commissioner Piotr Serafin—while accession talks for Ukraine, Moldova, Albania and Montenegro also move forward. Hiring Signals in Ireland: Morgan McKinley reports professional job openings in Ireland down 7.2% in Q2 as employers hire more precisely, with AI governance and measurable impact becoming key. Leadership Moves: Kantar promotes Imma Bardés to CPO for EMEA and corporate functions, with a focus on AI/agent adoption and building skilled teams. Talent & Pay Debate: Reed argues salary “arms races” aren’t sustainable and urges employers to balance pay with benefits and retention levers.
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