AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCost-of-living push: UK PM Andy Burnham is set to announce fresh pro-consumer measures on a nationwide tour, aiming to tackle hidden pricing and “ripping off” claims, while major spending changes are likely to wait until the October Budget. Banking for founders: Nationwide has become the sole UK bank partner of Female Founders Rise, backing women and non-binary entrepreneurs ahead of its next business banking proposition. Food and hospitality pressure: Liverpool restaurateur Paul Askew says the council must be “held to account” over night-time parking charges as businesses launch a legal push; meanwhile, Manchester venues face one-star food hygiene ratings and are awaiting re-inspections. Drought and water limits: With a sixth heatwave looming, around 16m people could move into drought status, and water firms are preparing new restrictions including possible business water bans. Local housing fight: Rochdale’s empty estate blocks are set for renewed demolition, with plans to replace 126 homes with 270. Energy security vs China: Chinese wind turbine maker Ming Yang is seeking a review of a UK security ban after plans for a Scotland factory were shelved. Crime and justice: An alleged Irish organised crime boss, Daniel Kinahan, has been extradited from Dubai to face charges in Ireland.
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