AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoAI Infrastructure Stress Test: A new Grundfos paper warns the UK’s push to become an AI superpower is being held back by unclear rules on sustainable water and energy for data centres, as a national water shortfall puts “digital sovereignty” at risk. Planning & Delivery Pressure: Make UK says manufacturers are being deterred by a planning system “not fit for purpose”, urging faster action through the Planning and Infrastructure Bill and stronger regional powers to align land, infrastructure and industry. Energy Bills Hit Again: Ofgem’s price cap rises 13% from July, lifting typical household bills to about £1,862 a year amid Middle East-linked gas price volatility. Security & Cyber Warning: GCHQ chief Anne Keast-Butler is set to warn Russia is “relentlessly” targeting UK critical infrastructure and urge businesses and the public to tighten cyber basics. Retail Shake-up: Lidl overtakes Morrisons to become the UK’s fifth-biggest supermarket, while M&S prepares to close a flagship Swansea store. Heatwave Aftermath: RNLI warns open-water swimming is deadly after five more drownings during record May heat.
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