AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoWeather Watch: After a dry spell and heatwaves, the Met Office says rain and even thunder are finally due, with showers spreading from Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland across the UK. Defence & Economy: Wes Streeting says higher UK defence spending would boost growth, as Burnham recommits to NATO’s 3.5% target by 2035. Transport Safety: Active Travel England’s new rural guidance could push councils toward more 20mph limits to prioritise cyclists and safer routes. Cost of Living: UK CPI slowed to 2.6% year-on-year in June, helped by cheaper fuel and food, though analysts warn pressures could return. Politics & Influence: A Guardian investigation alleges a lobbying firm secretly paid journalists for favourable national press coverage. International Links: Britain and Germany are reportedly developing a long-range missile programme aimed at deep strikes inside Russia. Culture & Sport: Macy Gray announces a winter UK/Europe tour; and Chelsea complete a record £117m signing of Morgan Rogers.
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