AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoUK Politics: Keir Starmer is widely expected to announce his resignation after Labour pressure, with Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham set to return to Westminster and cabinet minister Peter Kyle hinting at “political realities” shaping the PM’s next move. Brexit Backlash: A decade on from the 2016 vote, thousands marched in London urging Britain to rejoin the EU, while polling says most Brits want closer ties and blame Brexit for worse cost of living and economic prospects. Extreme Heat: The Met Office expanded an amber extreme heat warning as the UK braces for record-breaking 38C conditions, “tropical nights,” health risks and possible travel disruption; across Europe, France moved to ban public alcohol in red-alert areas. Big Tech Taxes: A survey finds 67% of Britons want higher digital services levies on major platforms like Meta, Google and Amazon. AI in Banking: Santander UK’s parent plans to cut costs by over €500m by accelerating AI use. World Cup Buzz: Marizanne Kapp’s unbeaten 81 powers South Africa’s Women’s T20 World Cup win over India, while Scotland face Brazil with key players missing group training. Road & Local Life: M40 Warwickshire is closed after a crash, and a new dad, Chalmers, won the 400m hurdles at the UK Athletics Championships on Father’s Day.
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