News Watch: United Kingdom

AGP Executive Report

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Budget and Business: The 2026 Budget has failed to lift confidence: business revenue expectations fell sharply after its release, while investment and hiring intentions turned negative. Industrial Investment: The government pledged £1.25bn to help Rolls-Royce develop its next-generation Ultravan engine, and announced a separate £600m AI investment plan. Defence and Jobs: Foreign defence contractors will have to invest in the UK on major deals worth £50m or more, as ministers seek to secure domestic jobs and skills. Trade and Output: UK vehicle production rebounded 36% in September, though analysts warn the rise may mask deeper challenges for the industry. Housing: House-price growth slowed to its weakest pace since January 2024 as higher mortgage costs weighed on buyers.

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Oct. 29, 2026

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Andy Burnham is ‘open’ to apologising for UK’s role in slave trade

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Is Andy Burnham right to consider apologising for UK’s role in slave trade? Have your say

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UK prime minister signals government will consider an apology for its role in slave trade

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UK backs 25 Nigerian tech firms

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Year Founded	1970
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Domain Registration Year	2003
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UK PM opens door to slavery apology but rules out reparations

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Britain opens investigation into Meta: Accusations of using news site content to develop artificial intelligence without permission

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UK PM Burnham says he is 'open' to formal apology for slavery, but rules out reparations

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UK prime minister signals the government will consider an apology for its role in the slave trade

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Domain Registration Year	1991
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Publication Location	United States, New York, New York
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