AGP Executive Report
Last update: 40 minutes agoEnergy Costs: Britain faces a prolonged energy squeeze as European gas prices climb and UK storage sits at just 48% full. The country is unlikely to run short this winter, but limited reserves leave it exposed to supply shocks and higher bills; Centrica says its proposed £2bn redevelopment of the Rough storage site needs government backing. EU Reset: Andy Burnham told MPs closer ties with Brussels could boost growth, with a 20 November summit set to discuss food and drink, emissions trading and youth mobility. He says potential deals could add £10bn a year to the economy by 2040, though the Conservatives oppose his approach. India Trade: A UK business mission to India announced deals worth more than £1bn, including Meta funding for UK AI research and plans by Menzies Aviation to expand in India. Business Pressures: UK retail footfall fell 2.9% in September, while rising costs and weak customer traffic have been blamed for recent hospitality closures. The squeeze comes as attention turns to the October Budget and warnings of a difficult outlook for the economy.
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