AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoForced Adoptions Apology: Keir Starmer made a formal apology in Parliament for the state’s role in forced adoptions in England and Wales, affecting an estimated 185,000 mothers and children between 1949 and 1976, calling it “a stain on our history” and backing a £4m package for access to records and support. Russian Propaganda Concern: Cross-party MPs urged the culture secretary to stop UK broadcast of children’s hit “Masha and the Bear”, alleging it functions as Russian “soft power”. Defence Readiness Warning: A Shropshire MP warned the UK is not prepared for what’s coming, arguing the Defence Investment Plan is underfunded and could erode troop morale. Common Land Access: The Rural Payments Agency confirmed common-rights farmers can soon apply to Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier after fixing system issues, with a September trial. Local Pride Funding: Redditch Borough Council named a new chair for its Pride in Place board to guide how up to £20m will be spent locally. Community Jobs Support: Government-backed Youth Guarantee Jobs Grant plans offer £3,000 per eligible young hire, alongside apprenticeship incentives. Heritage Body Shake-up: Historic Environment Scotland’s chair quit after nine months, with a replacement recruitment underway.
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