AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRetail Tech & Jobs: Ocado shares jumped 13% after landing a major Asda deal to overhaul the supermarket’s ecommerce platform, with Smart Platform rollout across Asda’s website, app, fulfilment and last-mile delivery from early 2027. Cost of Living & Welfare: A Milburn review warns the UK faces a “lost generation” as youth unemployment and NEET numbers rise, costing the economy about £125bn a year. Public Finance & Savings: Rachel Reeves has delayed ISA reforms over fears of loopholes, pushing changes to April 2027. Tax & Business Rates: Reeves is also set to hit rural “character” pubs with a “nice pub tax” via higher rateable-value assessments. Travel Disruption: EU’s EES border system is still causing delays, with airport and travel firms warning the situation is deteriorating. Energy & Industry: Unite says Britain is importing Russian-produced jet fuel after refinery closures, arguing ministers ignored shortage warnings. Administration Watch: A 100-year-old north London brewery has collapsed into administration after sustained financial pressure.
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