AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoUK Politics & Economy: The UK economy eked out growth of 0.1% in May as services rebounded, but analysts warned momentum still looks fragile amid Iran-linked energy pressures. Energy & Cost of Living: The government says the RTS meter switch-off has been successfully completed, while a heating-oil watchdog push highlights limits on compensation for households hit by price hikes. Online Safety: Ofcom has opened a formal investigation into TikTok over age-checking for children, and ministers are moving toward default overnight social media curfews for 16- and 17-year-olds. Justice & Rights: A Gaza family of 18 has won a human-rights challenge to come to Britain under the ECHR, after earlier refusals. Public Services & Local Government: Coastguard plans to cut volunteer hourly pay have been paused after backlash. Defence & Foreign Policy: Starmer’s final Kyiv visit reaffirmed “cast-iron” UK support for Ukraine, alongside new funding for Gripen fighter jets; meanwhile the UK has urged FIFA to investigate Argentina’s Falklands banner row. Trade: India-UK CETA has come into force, with Modi calling it a milestone for farmers and MSMEs. Industry: British Steel has been taken fully into public ownership to protect jobs and steelmaking capacity.
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