AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMP Security After Murder: Reform UK is demanding “full security” for MPs after the killing of former minister Ann Widdecombe, with Zia Yusuf promising round-the-clock protection for all MPs if the party wins. Prime Minister Handover: Keir Starmer used his final PMQs to say he’s leaving the country “in better shape,” as he prepares to hand power to Labour’s Andy Burnham. Online Safety Crackdown: The government plans a default overnight social media curfew for 16- and 17-year-olds (midnight to 6am) plus limits on addictive features, with teens able to switch settings back on. PFAS Policy: Ministers are resisting a full PFAS “forever chemicals” ban, opting instead for tighter monitoring and phased management. Gibraltar Deal: A new EU-UK Gibraltar agreement removes the border fence with Spain and lifts routine passport/ID checks at the land crossing. UK-India Trade: The India-UK CETA/FTA comes into force, cutting tariffs and boosting access for goods and services. World Cup Politics & Policing: England-Argentina rivalry is being framed as politically charged, while Atlanta security is stepped up and UK police say no extra officers are being sent. BBC Funding Debate: BBC director-general Matt Brittin says the licence fee model needs an overhaul as funding pressures mount. EV Push: The Electric Car Grant is credited with driving EV uptake, as the government also moves ahead on mileage-based EV taxation. Public Safety Resilience: Government is urging households to stock emergency supplies amid cyber-attack and disruption fears.
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