AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoBudget and Living Costs: John Healey’s first Budget offers 20 million households a one-off £100 energy payment and help for small businesses, but the IFS warns of a record slump in household income growth. Critics say the payment is poorly targeted and the Budget leaves tough spending choices until next year. Northern Ireland: Stormont’s failure to agree a budget could prevent the Executive spending £131m in extra funding, including money linked to energy support. Advice NI warns vulnerable households are caught between Westminster and Stormont. Parliamentary Standards: Lib Dem MP Caroline Voaden says Nigel Farage shoved her during the State Opening; Farage has described a physical altercation, while Reform disputes her account. Public Spending: MPs warn the Sizewell C deal could leave consumers exposed to billions in extra costs. Justice: Scotland’s prison population could reach 9,450 by next summer, prompting ministers to consider temporary accommodation and extra prison blocks.
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