AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTransport Relief: From today (Aug 1), England’s summer free bus travel expands so kids aged 5–15 can ride unlimited on participating local services throughout August, with no registration needed. Postal Disruption: Royal Mail is warning of delivery delays this weekend in dozens of postcode areas across the West Midlands and Wales (full lists published), citing local resourcing and sick absence. Household Money: Nationwide says it has attracted nearly 60,000 new customers this year, with bonus payments up to £275 for many; meanwhile energy firms including British Gas, Octopus and E.ON are reminding customers they may be able to claim back credit built up on direct debits. Food & Drink Under Pressure: Drought and heat are hitting UK veg supplies, pushing up wholesale prices and forcing imports (including broccoli and lettuce). Consumer Health & Safety: New research flags that four in five toddler foods are ultra-processed, raising nutrition concerns for early years. Energy Tech Push: E.ON is promoting savings of £600 a year for homes adding both solar and battery under its Next Optimise tariff. Retail & Deals: Home Bargains opens a new 29,000 sq ft mega store in Gateshead today, replacing an old Homebase. Gambling Jobs: Betfred plans to close 132 shops and cut 600+ jobs from September, blaming higher taxes and uncertainty.
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