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Jaguar Land Rover has opened a voluntary redundancy programme as it targets about £1.7bn in savings over two years and plans to reduce its global workforce by roughly 4,000 roles, mainly among salaried and management staff. The company is shifting investment toward electrification and digital technology while government and unions prepare talks to limit job losses.
Automakers have announced strategic shifts as Chinese brands and US trade rules upend the sector. Volkswagen has proposed deep job cuts to cut costs, Jaguar Land Rover is adding hybrids and prioritising the US, and the Commerce Department has denied Polestar permission to sell new connected models in the US from 2027, pushing the brand to refocus on Europe.
The Range Rover Sport Electric has been shown in prototype form at Goodwood. It follows the full-size Range Rover Electric, with deliveries due in 2027. The Sport aims for more dynamic driving while preserving Range Rover comfort and off-road ability.
Jaguar Land Rover plans to cut fewer than 300 UK jobs as it continues its recovery from a cyber attack that halted production last year and amid tariff pressures. The company says affected staff may be redeployed or offered voluntary exit, with locations and roles undisclosed.
Dogs Trust warns that open-water near UK lakes and coasts can be deadly for dogs. Campaigns urge owners to assess risks around hot weather. Independent reports offer practical tips to keep pets cool and safe, including car safety, hydration and cautious near beaches.
Jaguar Land Rover’s revenues have fallen by 9.6% to £6 billion for the quarter to June 30, as production disruptions and a pivot from petrol/diesel to electric models weigh on sales. The group is pushing four new electric models while navigating a fire-related disruption and a wind-down of several Jaguar variants.
UK ministers are pushing new schemes to tackle Neet levels as government-backed opportunities expand. Reports show over a million young people are economically inactive, with work schemes at Boots and new guarantees shaping the debate.