AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEmployment Law: City firms are bracing for weaker non-compete clauses, with lawyers pointing to alternatives like delayed bonuses and gardening leave as the government consults on restrictions. Business & Finance: NatWest is set to expand US operations via a representative office in Connecticut, while Berenberg starts coverage of Jupiter Fund Management at “buy” after flows improved. Markets: FTSE 100 edged up as investors shrugged off Iran sanctions worries; housebuilders gained on a £10bn plan for lower-cost housing. Tech & Security: Revolut launched Revolut Research, and a new census finds 87% of finance staff have ignored minor suspected fraud—while Zimperium warns of malware targeting 800+ banking and fintech apps across EMEA, including 72 in the UK. Road Safety: Police made more arrests after the fatal A66 crash, including a 16-year-old, as investigations link the collision to organised crime. Local News: A motorbike and Audi crash in Gateshead sent one person to hospital; a separate Northumberland crash killed a 16-year-old. Energy & Industry: Britain backs a £71m tungsten mine reopening, and a UK power plant was hit by an Iran-linked cyber attack.
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