AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDefence & NATO: NATO chief Mark Rutte says allies will invest over $40bn in the next five years to defend against drones, alongside plans to coordinate stockpiles of critical defence materials as Ankara hosts a major defence industry forum. Public Finances: The OBR warns UK debt could grow “explosively” without action, saying governments may need big, early tax rises or spending cuts to stop a debt spiral. Politics & Donations: Labour has urged the elections watchdog to investigate Nigel Farage’s finances after reports of support from a convicted fraudster, as the government tightens rules on overseas political donations. Housing & Mortgages: Lloyds reports house prices inched up 0.2% in June, with annual growth at 0.6%, while mortgage rates ease slightly. Business Climate: The British Chambers of Commerce finds investment plans hit a post-Covid low as inflation and costs weigh on firms. Cyber Security: The UK’s Cyber Resilience Pledge gains momentum, with 60+ firms signing up to board-level cyber governance and supply-chain protections. Markets & Tech: Coinbase wins UK approval to expand beyond crypto into equities and derivatives. Transport: New eGate rules at 13 airports will let more children (aged eight and nine, with height and adult accompaniment rules) use automated gates from tomorrow. Health Pressure: NHS figures show 2.26m people with open mental health referrals, prompting debate over whether passive digital biomarkers could help spot deterioration earlier.
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