AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoNational Lottery Review: Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has launched a 12-week consultation to give the public a bigger say in how lottery money is spent, after more than 20 years without a major review. EU Trade Tension: EU car rules under “Made in Europe” could exclude UK manufacturers from subsidies and procurement, with industry urging targeted exemptions as talks continue. Defence Push: The UK unveiled a £5bn drone and autonomous warfare expansion, and also published a long-delayed defence investment plan adding about $19.9bn over four years, with drones and nuclear deterrence among top priorities. Health Warnings: UKHSA issued a yellow heat-health alert for parts of England from 4–8 July, warning of impacts on vulnerable people and increased health and water-related risks. Culture & Theatre: The Duke of York’s theatre is set to be renamed after Tom Stoppard, while SKITTLES and Queer Britain launched a Pride “Chosen Family” map highlighting LGBTQ+ London locations. Sports: Portugal face Croatia in the World Cup last-32, with the winner set to play Spain or Austria next.
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