AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEconomy: UK inflation climbed to 3.5% in September, its highest since November, while national debt topped £3 trillion. The figures add pressure on households and businesses ahead of next week’s Budget and fuel expectations of higher interest rates. Energy: The Government approved the controversial Jackdaw gas field in the North Sea, citing energy security. Critics warn the decision undermines the UK’s climate commitments. Security: Britain is sending Typhoon jets to Saudi Arabia for defensive missions against Houthi missiles and drones. Separately, police rearrested two men in the RAF Fairford investigation amid suspected Iranian links; a report also alleges Russian trawlers have been mapping undersea cables near Britain. Weather: An amber warning is in place as Storm Austen brings strong winds and heavy rain to parts of the UK. Public safety: Two teenagers were arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a 16-year-old boy was seriously injured in a Liverpool stabbing. BBC: The broadcaster plans more than 100 news job cuts and will move two TV channels online as part of a £500 million savings drive.
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