AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoFood Security: NFU Scotland says farm profits are under pressure from rising costs, labour shortages and extreme weather, calling for emergency energy support and stronger safeguards on food imports. Scotland’s Powers: Andy Burnham has offered the SNP deeper devolution, while John Swinney renewed his push for independence and pledged to bring bus services under public control by 2031. Swinney also announced a £30m fund to fight the far right. Defence: The Army chief says Britain must prepare for possible war and public sacrifices; the RAF has also reported close encounters with unidentified drones over UK skies. Budget and Pensions: With the Autumn Budget due on 28 October, weak August growth adds pressure on Chancellor John Healey. Burnham says the state pension will keep rising, but proposes changing the triple lock from 2030 to help fund a National Care Service. Political Scrutiny: Police will not investigate a social media post supporting Palestine Action by the wife of a senior government adviser. Reform UK also faces scrutiny over a suspended activist’s remarks about Muslims and spending by Holyrood candidates.
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