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Three readings on AI and work from 8 October 2026: the ONS says 30% of UK businesses used AI in September and 6% of AI-using firms with 10+ staff reported reduced headcount; a Banque de France note finds permanent hiring of 21–29 year-olds fell further in the most AI-exposed jobs, with clear caveats; and HoneyBook reportedly cut about 14% of staff, citing "the AI era".