AGP Executive Report
Last update: 38 minutes agoEconomic Growth: The UK economy expanded by just 0.1% in August, with manufacturing output unexpectedly rising, offering a modest lift ahead of the Budget. Budget Debate: The IMF urged Chancellor John Healey to curb welfare spending rather than raise taxes on banks, warning that the tax burden is already historically high. Business Costs: More than 200 business leaders are pressing for business rates reform, while employers warn that rising hiring costs could hinder efforts to bring young people into work. Technology: The Competition and Markets Authority is moving to tighten oversight of Microsoft’s business software and cloud services, citing concerns over competition and switching. Investment: The British Business Bank committed £180m to technology funds, while Suffolk Chamber of Commerce won the UK Chamber of the Year award for its work supporting businesses, including around Sizewell C.
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