AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoDiesel shock: RAC says UK average diesel has hit £2 a litre for the first time, with many forecourts already above that—plus supermarket fuel-offers like Tesco’s 8p off (spend £60) and Asda’s 5p off (spend £40). Energy bills: British Gas, EDF, Eon, Ovo and Octopus customers on the cap could pay about £276 more from January as the price cap rises. Banking switch: Halifax customers must move to the Lloyds app/online banking by Oct 31 as the Halifax brand shuts. Christmas planning: Tesco opens festive delivery slots from Nov 5 (60,000 extra bookings) and M&S has already started Food to Go bookings. Consumer safety: Parents are warned about “squishy” toys sold online with medical syringes/needles after reports of injuries. Retail moves: Tesco is reportedly bidding for Majestic Wine in an auction. Food & environment: A plastic wet wipes ban is due across UK nations (Wales first, Dec 18, 2026). M&S range tweaks: Some M&S Cook Menu items have been discontinued or rebranded, leaving shoppers disappointed. Transport for Wales: “Tap in and tap out” pay-as-you-go expands to 25 stations in north east Wales.
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