AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoRussian-UK Tensions: Keir Starmer called Russian warning shots near a UK yacht in the English Channel “reckless” but “not sinister,” after defence assessments said the frigate fired to avoid a collision; the incident follows Britain’s shadow-fleet tanker seizure. Social Media Crackdown: The UK will ban under-16s from major platforms from early 2027, with extra restrictions for high-risk features (like livestreaming and contacting strangers) and age checks to enforce it. Autonomous Vehicles Rules: Drivers back a “careful and competent” standard as the government consults on safety rules for self-driving cars. Cost of Living Watch: UK inflation held at 2.8% in May ahead of the Bank of England decision, with cheaper items offsetting higher airfares and petrol. Business & Jobs: Starmer says France and India will invest £1.3bn in the UK, creating 1,400 clean energy and AI roles in places including Birmingham, Manchester and Leeds. Culture & Sport: Wimbledon wildcard returns for Katie Swan; and Jeremy Clarkson reveals an aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis. Food & Lifestyle: Nestlé is adding regenerative British wheat to KitKat via Wildfarmed.
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