Exercise Pegasus, held between September and November 2025, was the largest simulation of a pandemic in UK history, led by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC). It tested national and local responses to a novel enterovirus involving every government department, the devolved governments, representation from arms-length bodies, local resilience fora, and the engagement of businesses, academics, and external stakeholders. A fourth phase (recovery) is planned to be exercised in 2026. Findings will be published later in 2026.

Hear from a panel of experts from Kroll, Generali and KPMG as they explore what has changed regarding trends in hybrid working and the use of the office, the impact this is having on the insurance industry, and also on employee engagement, productivity, and leadership.

This report expects inflation to moderate significantly from the middle of next year, as the energy shock is no longer reflected in the year-on-year inflation calculation. However, we could be entering an environment that is structurally more inflationary, as production costs – from materials to energy and labour – remain elevated.

Ukrainians are likely to face persistent and intensifying public health challenges as a direct result of the conflict, compounding the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. The security and safety of healthcare facilities, workers, and supply lines remain paramount concerns. Disruptions to surveillance and treatment programs risk an eruption of infectious disease outbreaks.