AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCybersecurity: UK food suppliers have joined a European wave of attacks on internet-connected fridges, with a wholesaler reporting six of its ten units hacked. Officials say vulnerable technology has also been exploited in Britain. UK-EU Trade: A draft deal would remove checks on most food and animal products traded with the EU, easing post-Brexit barriers for exporters and Northern Ireland businesses. Immigration: Ministers have dropped a proposed 15-year settlement wait for some migrant care workers; eligible workers earning at least £25,000 can retain a five-year route, while most other migrants face a 10-year wait. Slavery Debate: King Charles called the slave trade a “monstrous injustice” and expressed sorrow, but stopped short of an apology. Prime Minister Andy Burnham ruled out reparations while leaving open further Commonwealth support and dialogue. Flight Disruption: Hoax bomb threats hit seven European passenger flights, including services from Heathrow and Manchester; all threats were later declared false. Reform UK: The party suspended Hampshire councillor George Madgwick after he was charged with 35 offences, including 12 counts of rape. He denies the allegations.
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