AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCost-of-living pressure: UK inflation is steady, but experts warn food bills could rise later as Middle East disruption and supply issues feed through to supermarket prices. Consumer confidence: GfK’s index held at -23, yet young adults (16–29) grew much more pessimistic, with major-purchase plans at a joint low. Benefits squeeze: DWP legacy payments end from June 30, putting 361,000 claimants at risk unless they move to Universal Credit in time. Supermarket and delivery tweaks: Asda is extending delivery cut-offs in 188 stores during the World Cup (via Deliveroo/Just Eat/Uber Eats), with late-night deals on pizzas, soft drinks and beer. Travel rights: The CAA reminds passengers what “bumped” or denied boarding can mean for compensation and when airlines can refuse boarding. Retail and product watch: Jellycat is suing Morrisons over cheaper “inspired” plush toys/cakes, while Nationwide expands “Safe Spaces” to 42 former Virgin Money branches (475 total). New weight-loss option: MHRA has approved an oral Wegovy-style GLP-1 tablet for private prescriptions. Home and bills: Nationwide and Santander also push account/branch changes, while Tesco cuts petrol/diesel prices at its forecourts. Food and health basics: Guides explain butter vs margarine and warn that aggressive cleaning chemicals may harm health.
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