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The little-known way some insurers try to stay ahead of wildfires

Insurance companies are hiring private firms for proactive wildfire protection of properties, utilizing strategies like fire-blocking gels and gutter cleaning.
#nhs

Let's get this straight: private healthcare will and must work for the NHS not the other way around | Polly Toynbee

The NHS recovery may see improvement but is constrained by funding shortages and cautious engagement with private sector assistance.

Streeting defends NHS use of private sector but says it must pull its weight'

The government is leveraging private sector capacity to reduce NHS waiting lists while ensuring it does not detract resources from the NHS.

Private sector's role in cutting NHS waiting lists in England to rise by 20%

Private hospitals will provide NHS patients with up to a million additional appointments to address healthcare backlog in England.

Let's get this straight: private healthcare will and must work for the NHS not the other way around | Polly Toynbee

The NHS recovery may see improvement but is constrained by funding shortages and cautious engagement with private sector assistance.

Streeting defends NHS use of private sector but says it must pull its weight'

The government is leveraging private sector capacity to reduce NHS waiting lists while ensuring it does not detract resources from the NHS.

Private sector's role in cutting NHS waiting lists in England to rise by 20%

Private hospitals will provide NHS patients with up to a million additional appointments to address healthcare backlog in England.
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#economy

UK private sector shrinks payrolls as weak demand and tax rises spur recession fears

UK private sector hiring is declining sharply, posing recession risks as firms cut jobs and investment amid rising costs.

Germany: Business morale sours as economy stutters DW 01/25/2024

Morale in Germany's private sector has declined for a second month in a row, indicating gloomy outlook for the country's largest economy.
The business climate index, which tracks thousands of German companies' estimation of the business climate, dropped to 85.2 from 86.3 in December.

UK private sector shrinks payrolls as weak demand and tax rises spur recession fears

UK private sector hiring is declining sharply, posing recession risks as firms cut jobs and investment amid rising costs.

Germany: Business morale sours as economy stutters DW 01/25/2024

Morale in Germany's private sector has declined for a second month in a row, indicating gloomy outlook for the country's largest economy.
The business climate index, which tracks thousands of German companies' estimation of the business climate, dropped to 85.2 from 86.3 in December.
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#cybersecurity

UK funds new cybersecurity program for overseas firms

CREST's CAMP initiative aims to enhance cybersecurity maturity in select countries with support from the UK government.
The program reflects a growing reliance on private sector expertise in cybersecurity capacity-building.

Trump security advisor urges offensive cyberattacks on China

Trump's administration plans to shift from cyber defense to an offensive strategy against cyber adversaries.

UK funds new cybersecurity program for overseas firms

CREST's CAMP initiative aims to enhance cybersecurity maturity in select countries with support from the UK government.
The program reflects a growing reliance on private sector expertise in cybersecurity capacity-building.

Trump security advisor urges offensive cyberattacks on China

Trump's administration plans to shift from cyber defense to an offensive strategy against cyber adversaries.
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CBI warns firms are forced to make 'more tough choices' amid Labour's Budget - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Private sector firms have negative growth expectations for early 2025, with declining activity across multiple sectors.

Government workers who want a new job amid Elon Musk's efficiency plans may have to tap the 'hidden job market'

Government workers are increasingly seeking roles in the private sector due to concerns over job security and organizational changes under the new administration.

Developing world needs private finance for green transition, says Cop president

The private sector must invest in the developing world's low-carbon economy to prevent climate breakdown.
#economic-growth

Investment drives growth. That's why gloomy forecasters are so wrong about the budget | Will Hutton

Public investment is essential for driving economic growth by enhancing infrastructure and stimulating private investment.

Budget uncertainty is weighing on UK economy, survey finds

Labour's upcoming budget is creating uncertainty that affects investment in the UK economy.

Investment drives growth. That's why gloomy forecasters are so wrong about the budget | Will Hutton

Public investment is essential for driving economic growth by enhancing infrastructure and stimulating private investment.

Budget uncertainty is weighing on UK economy, survey finds

Labour's upcoming budget is creating uncertainty that affects investment in the UK economy.
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South Korea Pledges 65 Trillion Won Investment in AI - Targets Global Top Three Spot by 2027

South Korea plans to invest $49 billion in AI to become a leading global player by 2027.

Kyrsten Sinema says she's 'fairly libertarian' and wants to work in the private sector after leaving the Senate: 'That's where the money comes from'

Sen. Kyrsten Sinema expressed her intention to transition to the private sector after leaving the Senate, highlighting her libertarian views and critique of partisan politics.

How Businesses Are Prioritizing Innovation to Catalyze Climate Solutions

The private sector plays a crucial role in climate action, needing to contribute the majority of funding and innovation for effective solutions.

Mark Cuban says he doesn't plan to run for office when he can make game-changing moves without being president

Mark Cuban firmly states he has no intention of entering politics, believing he can create more change as a private sector entrepreneur.
#space-exploration

Intuitive Machines CEO Steve Altemus on Making Moon Landing History and the Future of Private Space Travel

Steve Altemus became renowned for his investigative leadership following the Columbia disaster and has since advanced lunar exploration with Intuitive Machines.

Private spacecraft completes first US moon landing in 50 years

First US private sector lunar landing in over 50 years
Spacecraft landed near moon's south pole with scientific instruments

SpaceX is launching 4 people on a risky mission to fly through radiation belts and do the first commercial spacewalk

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn crew aims to explore space and test technologies for Mars, including novel spacewalk techniques.

Intuitive Machines CEO Steve Altemus on Making Moon Landing History and the Future of Private Space Travel

Steve Altemus became renowned for his investigative leadership following the Columbia disaster and has since advanced lunar exploration with Intuitive Machines.

Private spacecraft completes first US moon landing in 50 years

First US private sector lunar landing in over 50 years
Spacecraft landed near moon's south pole with scientific instruments

SpaceX is launching 4 people on a risky mission to fly through radiation belts and do the first commercial spacewalk

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn crew aims to explore space and test technologies for Mars, including novel spacewalk techniques.
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Ontario Education Minister Todd Smith resigns | CBC News

Ontario Education Minister Todd Smith resigns to accept a private sector job after a brief tenure in education.

NCSC Active Cyber Defence 2.0 refresh looks to tailor services to the security market and threat landscape

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) will refresh its Active Cyber Defence (ACD) program to tackle cyber threats effectively in a 'whole of society' approach.

New York state won't regain all jobs lost from COVID pandemic until at least 2026, analysis shows

New York is not expected to recover all jobs lost during the pandemic until late 2026.
New York's slow jobs recovery compared to the rest of the country is a growing concern.

Elite Boutique Firm Partner Departs For USAO Leadership Team

The revolving door between government service and the private sector is both problematic and beneficial.
Krieger Lewin LLP has a reputation for producing attorneys who go on to hold elite government positions.

Congress baffled to learn the private sector works from home more than fed employees

Federal workers telework less than private-sector employees, contrary to common misconception.
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