AGP Executive Report
Last update: 18 hours agoBanking Access Alarm: Experts warn another wave of UK bank branch closures could hit cash-reliant customers and small firms, citing steep network cuts at Barclays, NatWest, Lloyds and HSBC. Hospitality Pressure: Pubs and hospitality operators say a “perfect storm” of energy, labour and tax costs is forcing price rises, cutting investment and threatening jobs, with calls for VAT relief in Northern Ireland. Tourism Tax Fight: The Tourism Alliance and Taxpayers’ Alliance warn Labour’s proposed “overnight visitor levy” could deter trips and cost billions, arguing the UK should encourage tourism not tax it. Local Business Support: Oxford United opens its Business Club to firms for pitchside exposure, hospitality and networking, while a Rhymney pet-care firm Caring Companions is shortlisted for The UK Small Business Awards. Community & High Street: Wrexham’s new Queen’s Square Social venue has opened as a social hub, and York’s outdoor bar plan at Inn On The Green has been withdrawn. Skills & Growth: A retraining push highlights roles that can pay up to £62k with on-the-job training, as inflation easing and a summer VAT cut on family leisure tickets aim to boost local attractions.
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