AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDefence shake-up: John Healey quit as UK defence secretary after a row over the Defence Investment Plan, warning Starmer and the Treasury failed to fund the armed forces; Al Carns also resigned, and Starmer insists the plan delivers an “unprecedented” but “sustainable” rise in spending. New appointment: Dan Jarvis has been named Healey’s replacement, with the job now seen as a high-stakes test of whether ministers can back defence with real cash. Northern Ireland unrest: Belfast saw a second night of disorder after a viral knife attack; police arrested 16, with officers injured and leaders calling the violence “racist thuggery,” raising fresh HR and workplace safety concerns for communities and employers. Youth jobs & skills: A report says young people are being “set up to fail” financially, with many leaving school without basic money skills as entry-level opportunities shrink. Aviation costs: Wizz Air warned it may cut UK routes as record air passenger duty hits demand and profitability. EV infrastructure: Hampshire is set to add over 17,000 public EV chargers, including rapid sites, supporting transport jobs and greener growth. Recruitment boost: The National Lottery’s new format is expected to lift millionaires, with Allwyn hiring for roles including winners’ advisors.
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