AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoOnline Safety & Teens: Ofcom has opened a formal investigation into TikTok over child-safety concerns, focusing on whether its age checks are correctly identifying children and could be failing under the Online Safety Act. Social Media Curfew: The government is also pushing a default overnight curfew for 16- and 17-year-olds, blocking access from midnight to 6am unless teens switch it off, alongside plans to curb addictive features. Cybercrime: Two young hackers have been jailed for a Transport for London cyberattack that knocked services offline for months and exposed millions of customer records. Defence & Ukraine: BAE Systems has delivered the first UK-made artillery barrel forgings to Ukraine, with Sheffield Forgemasters producing barrels for 105mm and 155mm guns. Politics & Economy: The UK economy eked out 0.1% growth in May, but the recovery looks fragile amid energy and Iran-related disruption. Trade: India-UK CETA has come into force, with both sides framing it as a major boost for exports and investment. Industry: The government has taken British Steel into full public ownership to protect steelmaking capacity and jobs. Sports Diplomacy: The UK has urged FIFA to investigate Argentina’s Falklands-related banner after the World Cup semi-final. Public Health: Advisers have recommended offering meningitis B vaccine protection to teenagers via NHS catch-up and booster programmes. Energy & Community: Ministers have paused plans to cut coastguard volunteer officers’ hourly pay after backlash. Culture: Future of the Left have announced four 2027 UK shows celebrating the 20th anniversary of “Curses,” with tickets on general sale tomorrow.
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