AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoDefence & Industry: The UK, Italy and Japan have signed a £4.6bn deal to push the next-generation GCAP stealth fighter jet, with Edgewing set to move from design requirements into testing for a planned 2035 service entry. Middle East Security: Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron say the UK and France are ready to deploy a multinational mission to secure navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, with Oman backing the plan—despite Iran’s warnings. Royal Politics: Prince Harry has accepted an invitation to stay at a royal residence during a July UK visit, but reports say Meghan fears the trip could turn into a “trap,” while Harry may travel to London without her and the children. Tax & Business Costs: HMRC is consulting on new rules that could mean fines even when PAYE and VAT are paid on time but via the wrong channel, while hospitality groups warn pubs face closure pressures and call for a hospitality VAT cut. Labour Leadership: Starmer tells the BBC his successor Andy Burnham can’t ignore international turmoil, as Labour prepares for a handover. Tech & Scrutiny: The Guardian reports OpenAI may not have visited a key Stargate UK site, raising questions about the scale of promised investment. Crypto Regulation: The FCA has published a major crypto rulebook, bringing more of the sector under its oversight. World Cup Politics: England’s 1am Mexico clash is locked in, with pubs allowed to stay open until 5am—turning licensing and school timetables into a national talking point.
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