AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoRetail Profit Watch: The Works says adjusted pre-tax profit rose 44% to £7.2m on £260m revenue, with like-for-like sales up 3.3% and early FY momentum (LFL +8.8% in first 11 weeks) as families keep buying affordable screen-free activities. Hospitality Costs: Andy Burnham’s government backs a 20% business rates cut for English pubs from April (estimated £1,100 savings next year), while industry groups argue hotels and restaurants still need help. Water & Food Supply Pressure: Hosepipe bans are widening across England and Wales, with millions using 12 legal loopholes; Wales also faces drought status in north Wales and the Upper Severn, raising the stakes for farmers and food production. Food Safety Recall: Graham’s Family Dairy recalls semi-skimmed milk sold at Tesco, Asda and Morrisons after veterinary medicines/antibiotics were found; affected bottles carry a best-before date of 31 July 2026. Beer & Health: A nutritionist warns beer intolerance can show up as bloating and diarrhoea beyond hangover effects. Brewing & Farming Links: Budweiser’s “Cheers to Farmers” event in East Anglia spotlights barley growers and malt supply chains. Trade & Policy: UK considered suspending its Israel trade agreement last summer, but the deal remains in force.
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