AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoClimate & Insurance: TheCityUK and Bank of England MPC member Swati Dhingra warn that rising floods and wildfires are making insurance harder to price, widening “protection gaps” for UK homes and businesses. Food Security: Defra data shows UK veg production up 8% to 2.6m tonnes, but self-sufficiency still under 60%, with water stress blamed for limits. Cost of Living: Keir Starmer’s government extends the £150 Warm Home Discount to more Universal Credit households, with energy bill support due to land as bills rise again in July. Tax & Investing: Proposals from Louise Haigh would bring capital gains tax closer to income tax rates and add inflation indexation, aiming to reduce advantages for wealthier investors. Transport Disruption: Greater Manchester faces widespread A-road roadworks, with some delays running until December 2027. Business Finance: Lloyds and Legal & General’s fund finance partnership tops £1.5bn, signalling more institutional capital for investment-grade fund facilities. Defence: The UK plans new amphibious transport ships for Commando Force operations, alongside drones and high-speed boats, as part of a refreshed Defence Investment Plan. Travel Rules: Italy’s airports warn the EU Entry/Exit System could cause summer chaos for UK tourists, with calls to suspend parts of the process.
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