AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEV cost gap: Andy Burnham’s VAT cut on home electricity could save EV drivers about £45 a year, but experts warn it widens the “driveway divide” for renters and others forced to use pricier public chargers, leaving some up to ~£200 worse off. Motor finance redress: Santander says it will pay £829 compensation on eligible unfair motor finance deals, while the FCA warns drivers using claims firms could see payouts reduced. Food pressure from drought: The NFU warns continued drought could trigger shortages and higher costs for UK food, with wheat/oats yields “very, very poor” and vegetable producers short of water. Plastic cleanup: Thousands of volunteers in north-east England are sifting beaches for “nurdles” after a Port of Tyne spill, with campaigners estimating up to 25 tonnes. Health & consumer safety: A phased ban on TPO in gel nail products starts Aug 15 (salons follow from Feb 14, 2027); MHRA also re-issues heat guidance for common heart/BP medicines like ACE inhibitors and beta blockers. Money help: Ofgem points struggling households to free debt support and supplier hardship funds. High street churn: Morrisons launches three new chocolate bars; meanwhile, TG Jones is running an “everything must go” sale ahead of a Southend closure, and Betfred confirms 132 shop closures from September.
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