Single-sex spaces code: A new EHRC code on single-sex facilities in England, Scotland and Wales came into force on 5 August, clarifying how the Equality Act should be applied to places like changing rooms and toilets, reigniting debate over trans access while stressing trans people remain protected from discrimination. CMA grocery rules: The competition watchdog is consulting on bringing Aldi and Lidl under the same land-agreement restrictions as big supermarket chains, aiming to stop them blocking rivals from opening nearby. Food recalls: The FSA issued “do not eat” warnings over a Home Bargains recall of Lay’s Sour Cream & Dill crisps due to a labelling error affecting people with milk and wheat (gluten) allergies. Cyberattack on charities: Beacon CRM confirmed a cyberattack that may have exposed data held by UK charities; it advises users to assume platform data could be compromised. Travel disruption: Lumo faced backlash after confirming toilets were out of use on a London-to-Scotland service, with passengers urged to use stations. Summer safety: UKHSA warned eclipse-watchers that even brief naked-eye viewing can damage eyesight, as the 12 August solar eclipse approaches. Retail/foodservice: Morrisons is set to serve Harry Ramsden’s fish and chips in 32 cafés from 10 August, with a wider rollout possible. Energy investment: Econergy secured about £42.7m from Santander UK for an 80MW/240MWh battery storage project at Immingham, backed by EDF revenue-floor deals.