AGP Executive Report
Last update: 30 minutes agoHormuz Security Push: The UK has pledged drones, Typhoon jets and the warship HMS Dragon for a multinational defensive mission to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, with £115m funding for mine-hunting and counter-drone systems as Iran-related disruption keeps energy prices and business nerves high. Political Turmoil: Keir Starmer is still fighting for his job after Labour’s election setbacks, with more than 80 MPs urging him to quit and a quick, under-20-minute meeting with rival Wes Streeting ahead of the King’s Speech. Cost-of-Living Pressure: EY warns consumer spending growth could nearly stall in 2026, with a harsher scenario if Hormuz disruption drags on. Business & Jobs: GM has started cutting 500–600 IT roles as it shifts toward AI specialists, while Currys Business launches a tech leasing service to ease SME cash strain. Community & Health: Research for Trussell says almost half of the UK has lost access to community spaces since 2023, and Gentle Procedures has launched UK circumcision and vasectomy clinics.
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