AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoHigh Street Restructuring: TG Jones (formerly WH Smith) has won court approval for a major restructuring that could see around 150 stores close and hundreds of jobs at risk, with the chain facing an £8m shortfall this week. Retail Brand Shake-ups: Halifax is set to disappear from the UK high street as Lloyds axes the bank brand after 173 years, adding to a wider wave of branch closures and store shutdowns. Workforce Security: A Morgan McKinley survey finds only 22% of UK employees feel secure in their roles, with 59% planning to look for a new job in the next six months as AI and restructuring fears rise. Skills and Growth: The Open University warns “HE cold spots” are holding back local employers, with 35% turning down work or investment due to skills shortages, especially in digital/AI and business services. Cost Pressures for Firms: UK shop price inflation stayed flat in June as food prices eased, but households still face squeeze pressures. Policy and Transport Costs: Rachel Reeves’ new HGV road tax cut starts today, cutting eligible lorry Vehicle Excise Duty to £1 for a year. Food Safety: SPAR recalled Clayton Park Kitchen Chicken & Mushroom Sauce (440g) over undeclared soya, prompting an allergy alert.
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