AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoYouth Unemployment Shock: A government-commissioned Milburn review warns Britain risks a “lost generation” as NEET numbers near one million and could hit 1.25m by 2031, with entry-level jobs and apprenticeships shrinking and the system failing to get young people onto the first rung of the career ladder. Cost of Living Relief: Chancellor Rachel Reeves backs “Great British Summer Savings” with tariff cuts on 125 everyday essentials and cheaper under-16 cinema tickets, aiming to ease pressure on families. Heatwave Fallout: With record warmth continuing, safety groups warn open-water swimming can still be deadly, after multiple deaths during the hot spell. Security & Culture: The British Museum postponed an ancient Israel lecture after concerns a “significant proportion” of attendees planned to disrupt it. Russia-UK Tensions: Kremlin TV urged lethal strikes on Storm Shadow missile production in Stevenage. Travel Tragedy: A British man died after a fight in Las Veronicas, Tenerife; another Brit was arrested. High Street Worry: Radley plans to shut all 21 UK stores, putting retail jobs at risk. Business & Tech: British Business Bank pledges £50m to a deep-tech fund backing early-stage innovation.
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