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Jacqui Smith

Tracked across 3 events · 141 articles · First seen Apr 20, 2026 · Last active Aug 17, 2026

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Regulatory
UK zero hours contract crackdown cost analysis
The UK government released an official analysis on Wednesday estimating that proposed employment reforms targeting zero hours contracts could cost businesses between £350 million and £2.9 billion annually, with a central estimate of £1.1 billion.…
Impact: As Skills Minister, Jacqui Smith is the government's public advocate for the reforms, defending them as ensuring fair pay. Her statements influence public perception and the policy's framing.
Aug 13, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
UK Statutory School Phone Ban
Impact: Jacqui Smith, a skills minister, stated that the government has listened to concerns about supporting headteachers in delivering the policy.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
UK law change to deport Shabir Ahmed
Impact: Minister who said the government is looking at every route to deport Ahmed.
Jun 30, 2026 · 129 articles
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