AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUK Economy Watch: The ONS says GDP rose 0.4% in the second quarter (April–June), down from 0.6% earlier, but June still grew 0.3% month-on-month as services stayed resilient—though the Iran war and higher energy costs are expected to weigh on the rest of the year. Heatwave & Drought Pressure: Britain braces for a fifth heatwave with Met Office amber “extreme heat” warnings and possible 38C in parts of England, while drought and wildfire risk keep rising. Food Inflation Check: New reporting suggests UK food inflation has eased to a near two-year low, with prices up 1.7% year-on-year to June, as supermarkets compete harder and suppliers absorb some shocks. Clacton By-election: Polling opens for the Clacton seat triggered by Nigel Farage’s resignation, with mainstream parties boycotting and Farage facing the satirical Count Binface. Solar Eclipse Buzz: Crowds across the UK watched a dramatic eclipse with much of the Sun obscured, sparking long queues for safe viewing glasses and a surge in public interest. Local Recognition: A Darlington-area village school won national recognition for a life-skills programme, highlighting skills training beyond exams. Europe Climate Fallout: A wider drought across Europe is damaging crops from Dutch potatoes to Bosnian corn, adding pressure to food supplies and farm incomes.
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