AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoHousehold Bills: Ofgem’s July 1 energy price cap rise could push electric heated towel rails to about £57.18 extra for some households. Banking Access: Nationwide says some customers’ accounts can be blocked for 72 hours while a gambling block feature is switched on, and it’s also rolling out defibrillators and bleed control kits across all 605 branches. Savings & Complaints: NS&I Premium Bonds claim process is under fire after delays and tracing errors left bereaved families waiting over a year for payouts above £5,000. High Street Pressure: ONS data shows Medway Towns among England’s weakest for retail health, with 40 shops lost in a year and nearly 3,000 retail units disappearing across England and Wales in 2024-25. Food & Travel Practicalities: Ryanair warns EU Entry/Exit System passport checks may mean longer queues for some passengers. Local Business Wins/Struggles: A Nottingham takeaway bounced back from a one-star hygiene rating to five stars after re-inspection. Consumer Safety Warnings: Morrisons Savers Cashews are among recent recalls with shoppers urged to check for issues. Retail Deals: Boots is discounting Garnier’s new water-resistant SPF to £9, while Home Bargains cuts an Aussie Moisture Kit to £5.99 and a Biovene collagen face mask to £1.69.
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