AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBanking Shake-Up: The Treasury is set to loosen UK bank ring-fencing rules next week, potentially freeing up billions for lending by Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds, NatWest and Santander—good news for SMEs if it translates into cheaper, faster credit. Instant Payments Deal: PayModum is buying Floid to push stronger instant bank payment options for merchants, signalling more competition in the “pay now” checkout space. Local Business Boost: Falmouth BID’s Love Falmouth Shopper Card is rolling out, rewarding shoppers with stamps and monthly voucher prizes across 70+ independent traders. Carers Under Pressure: In Redditch, MP Chris Bloore backed Carers Careline as demand surged but funding shortfalls threaten to cut services for unpaid carers. Public Safety & Disorder: In Glasgow, Police Scotland demanded urgent talks with Celtic after title celebrations turned violent, with officers hit by missiles and bottles during a medical emergency—another reminder that local events can quickly spill into business-impacting disruption. EV Charger Grant: The driveway rule change is now in effect, lifting the home charger grant from £350 to £500 for renters and flat owners, plus businesses and schools.
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