AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoHeatwave Watch: The UK is bracing for a fourth heatwave next week, with heat alerts in parts of England and temperatures likely to push above 30C in the South East after a brief cooler spell. Wildfire Crisis: Scotland’s Cairngorms blaze has been declared a major incident, with hundreds evacuated and more than 500 firefighters tackling the fire for around 10 days; the First Minister has asked the UK for military aerial support. Transport & Roads: National Highways’ survey puts the South West top for driver satisfaction, with the M5 among the best-rated major routes. Business & Taxes: HMRC has reminded drivers about a raised mileage allowance, while tax experts warn current rules are “crushing” businesses and discouraging founders from scaling or selling. Care & Community: A Basingstoke care home marked National Ice Cream Day, while a funeral celebrant in Salisbury has been shortlisted for national awards. Sports & Culture: England U21 youth faced a hotel brawl in Turkey; Commonwealth Games gymnastics saw Gabriel Langton hospitalised after a horror fall, while Team England swimmers opened with relay silver. Food & Travel: Foreign Office updates urge UK travellers to avoid wildfire-hit areas in Spain and follow local guidance. Hospitality Closures: Beefeater confirmed all 106 restaurants will close on 10 September, with thousands of jobs at risk.
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