Israel-West Bank Sanctions: Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband is set to announce a “reset” of UK policy, with restrictions on trade in goods and some services linked to illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, a move expected to trigger US and Israeli backlash. Wealth Exodus: Hedge fund billionaire Chris Rokos is reportedly leaving the UK for Greece amid fears of autumn Budget tax rises, following Labour moves targeting the super-rich. Jobs & Welfare: The DWP is rolling out “Opening Shift”, offering 2- and 4-week high-street work placements for 18-24-year-old Universal Credit claimants, with retailers pledging 11,300 placements and interviews at the end. Labour Market Signals: KPMG/REC data shows the first rise in permanent hiring in nearly four years, hinting at stabilising demand. Retail Demand: BRC-KPMG says UK retail sales growth slowed to a four-month low in August as shoppers rein in discretionary spending. Education Gap: OECD PISA results show England leading the UK nations in maths, reading and science, with Wales lagging by roughly two years. Tech & Procurement: Connecting Software has been named on G-Cloud 15 for UK Government cloud procurement. Energy & Security: Oil prices edge toward $100 a barrel after attacks on Saudi facilities, while the UK faces renewed scrutiny over cyber risks to critical infrastructure.