AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoAnimal-testing shake-up: The UK is funding a Cambridge-led “Pre-clinical Translational Models Hub” with £20m to speed up medicine testing using human tissue models, as procedures fell to 2.54m in 2025. EV policy risk: A consultation on weakening EV targets could cost consumers up to £3bn a year by 2030, with higher oil imports and emissions flagged. Recycling fallout: British plastic waste shipped to southern Turkey has been linked by locals to toxic air, polluted canals and crop loss, raising questions about how exports are handled. AI spending reality check: New data suggests UK SMEs’ AI spend has risen fast, but most firms still spend relatively little per business. Local policing: Six people arrested after two missing girls from Rugby were found safe in Cornwall, with suspects known to the girls. Heat and money: Treasury officials warn Iran-related trade disruption could drag UK growth to 0.3% in 2027. Business travel: Chain hotels are reporting stronger sentiment than independents, especially on rates, occupancy and access to capital. Food security boost: A 100% British chocolate bar made with Berkshire cocoa is unveiled for the first time since 1932. Energy and tech: The Bank of England’s digital pound lab is running a cross-border test combining stablecoins and a simulated digital pound.
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