Job Cuts in Public Transport: Transdev plans to cut 53 Passenger Operator roles on Wellington’s commuter rail by July 2027, citing a “cashless future” and pushing staff toward retirement or “redeployment.” Plant Shutdown, Local Hardship: Worcestershire’s Elisabeth the Chef chilled desserts site near Worcester has closed, putting hundreds of jobs at risk amid “limited progress” on finding replacements. AI and Hiring Shifts: Lloyds research in Yorkshire and Humber finds 65% of AI-using firms say AI has helped create jobs, while a Bank of Korea report says youth employment fell sharply in AI-exposed sectors since 2022. Workplace Rights & Legal Moves: Harrogate’s McCormicks Solicitors appoints a new head of employment law; in India, the NTA removed 50+ staff and overhauled UGC-NET after exam errors. Fraud & Compliance Risks: Kerala police arrested a woman accused of duping 51 people with fake Oman job offers; Grimsby councillors move to revoke a restaurant licence over alleged illegal worker employment. Labor Dispute Resolution: Cargill employees at Fort Morgan voted to approve a new contract, ending a three-month lockout. Recruitment Events: Hong Kong’s Labour Department will run a two-day job fair for middle-aged and elderly with 2,800+ vacancies.