AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFarm Pressures: NFU Scotland says farmers face rising costs, labour shortages and extreme weather, with average profit from agricultural activity just £500 in 2024–25. It is calling for emergency energy support and stronger safeguards on food imports, warning that falling domestic production could weaken UK food security. Benefits Oversight: New DWP powers will let the department request information from banks to identify incorrect benefit payments, including claims for means-tested Pension Credit. Consumer Warning: Martin Lewis urged people to check subscription renewal dates after a listener’s £80 introductory plan renewed at £229. He recommends setting a reminder three or four weeks ahead. Police and Free Speech: The Metropolitan Police has ruled that a social media post by the wife of national security adviser Jonathan Powell did not meet the criminal threshold; no further action will be taken. The post expressed support for Palestine Action amid the row over Sally Rooney’s UK book sales and royalties.
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