AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoScotland’s devolution: Andy Burnham has offered to shift more power from Holyrood to Scotland’s councils, arguing local communities should have greater control. SNP leaders have challenged his approach as the two governments tussle over where power lies. Europe: Calls to rejoin the EU have returned to Westminster, while the UK and EU are nearing a deal to let under-30s work across borders. Burnham is due to meet EU leaders in November, with closer cooperation on trade and security on the agenda. Defence and security: The Army chief says Britain needs a frank public conversation about the sacrifices required to prepare for possible war. Separately, the RAF reported near-misses with unidentified drones over the North Sea, prompting investigations amid concerns about hostile surveillance. Pensions: The government says it has no plans to lower the State Pension age to 65. The current timetable raises it to 68 between 2044 and 2046, though a review could bring the change forward. Starmer arson plot: A Romanian man convicted over a plot targeting houses linked to Keir Starmer has been deported after serving his sentence.
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