AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEnergy Security: Centrica boss Chris O’Shea warns Britain has “almost no gas in storage” ahead of winter, urging government support for a £2bn Rough facility redevelopment. Competition & Tech: Google has agreed to settle a mass London lawsuit from app developers for £260m, avoiding a next-month trial at the Competition Appeal Tribunal. Youth & Skills: ONS data shows UK NEET numbers fall below one million (981,000 aged 16-24), while NCFE research says 52% of under-18s lack essential digital skills for work. Hospitality Costs: A survey finds over 90% of hospitality firms want a VAT cut to drive growth, with business rates also flagged. Business Growth & Investment: Runable raises $21m to scale AI agents for small businesses; Solent Freeport backs maritime firms to attend SMM Hamburg. Retail & Jobs: Chopstix opens new stores in Swindon and Gateshead, creating 40 jobs. Cyber & Travel: A ransomware breach at three UK airports has triggered a data breach affecting customer details, prompting advice on next steps. Local Policing: West Mercia Police seize 19 illegal e-scooters in Telford after reports of dangerous riding.
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