AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoRoyal Security Row: Prince Harry’s surprise UK return has reignited debate over whether police protection should be funded by taxpayers, after reports he arrived with private security instead of officers. Space Race: German startup Isar Aerospace successfully launched its Spectrum rocket into orbit from Arctic Norway, a milestone for Europe’s push to launch satellites from its own territory. Severe Weather Prep: UK households are being urged to stockpile three days of food and drinking water as El Niño-linked conditions raise the odds of wetter, harsher autumn and early winter. Travel Rules: From Sunday, EU Entry/Exit System (EES) changes could mean longer queues for UK travellers entering Europe, with some countries still reporting technical issues. Transport Costs: New HMRC advisory mileage rates for petrol and diesel company cars have come into force. Public Service Honours: Two Isle of Man Constabulary officers who died on duty are set to receive the Elizabeth Emblem. Culture & Justice: Oxford University approved the return of 39 Naga ancestral remains from the Pitt Rivers Museum to their homeland by end of 2026. Local Governance: West Midlands councils’ penalty charge notice income is rising, with Solihull among the biggest gainers. Health & Rights in Scotland: A campaign to modernise Scotland’s abortion laws highlights the ongoing push to decriminalise abortion.
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