AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHeat & Water: A new hosepipe ban is due to start in parts of England next week as the Met Office forecasts up to 34C, with UKHSA issuing yellow heat health alerts for vulnerable people. Food Safety: Shoppers are being told to check cupboards after fresh Food Standards Agency recalls, including Minton & Donello Organic White Orzo due to undeclared wheat/gluten. Value Shopping: Aldi has been named the cheapest supermarket by Which?, while Co-op is trialling £3 “Second Chance Saver Bags” on Deliveroo to cut food waste and save money on fruit and veg. Retail Shake-ups: Russell & Bromley has shut its remaining UK stores, with 400 jobs lost after the brand was sold to Next. Consumer Tech/Finance: Revolut says it will remove Tether’s USDT from accounts by August 31, and Lloyds confirms Halifax branches stay open while signage is removed from early 2027. Local Life & Leisure: A family-run riverside pub in Pembroke Dock is drawing praise for homemade food and seafood specials. Health & Safety at Home: A child was rushed to hospital after a squishy toy burst and caused burns, reigniting warnings about microwaving such toys.
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