AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDefence & Readiness: UK defence leaders warn the country lost a year of mobilising for a potential Russian attack due to delays in the Defence Investment Plan, raising pressure on delivery timelines. Middle East & Energy: The US reinstates sanctions on Iranian oil after revoking a short waiver, as attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and Trump’s comments about the ceasefire “over” push oil prices higher and threaten shipping. Politics & Transparency: Nigel Farage quits as an MP to trigger a by-election amid renewed scrutiny over a reported £5m donation/gift and calls for investigations into his finances. Courts & Press Accountability: A High Court ruling in Prince Harry’s case highlights gaps in media accountability, even as the judge acknowledged unlawful information-gathering practices by investigators in the wider background. Cost of Living: Lavazza warns UK coffee prices won’t ease for at least two years as global supply volatility continues. Climate Resilience: M&S says it’s upgrading supermarket refrigeration to cope with temperatures up to 45C after heatwave failures disrupted fresh food supply. Local Government: Coventry City Council reports a £3.2m underspend and adds it to reserves after improved income collection and energy savings. Transport Disruption: The M23 is closed southbound near Gatwick after a fatal crash, with diversions in place.
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