AGP Executive Report
Last update: 18 minutes agoDefence Manufacturing Boom: London startup Isembard has opened what it calls central London’s biggest factory since WWII, a 160,000 sq ft Southwark site making drone, rocket and submarine components, aiming to grow from 35 staff to 200 by end-2027. SME Cashflow Reality: New research for Post Office finds small firms spend over three weeks a year on cash admin, with many still relying on cash and saying card-only would hurt them. Local Growth Push: Newcastle’s council leader sets a bold goal to become the top regional capital outside London, targeting life sciences, sport/culture and the space sector. Skills & Jobs: North Wales’ Pathways to Success careers event (Oct 17) brings colleges, universities and 25+ employers for 1,000+ opportunities for young people. Community Business Support: SeaFest Peterhead returns in 2027 with 150+ local exhibitors, spotlighting Scotland’s seafood firms and fishing communities. AI Hiring Tools: Workable rolls out four new AI recruiting agents to general availability with a credit-based pricing model.
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