AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoMedia Merger Scrutiny: Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy says the government is “minded to intervene” in Paramount’s takeover of Warner Bros Discovery, citing public-interest concerns about media plurality in the UK. Asylum Cost Recovery: New Home Office rules would require some granted refugees to repay about £10,000 for housing and support before settlement, with charities calling it a “tax” and warning of hardship. Disability Benefits: The DWP has responded to calls to change the 28-day PIP suspension rule for hospital inpatients, rejecting a review after MPs raised discretion concerns. Housing & Competition: Seven major housebuilders face a potential £4.5bn class action over alleged overcharging of up to 700,000 new-build buyers, with the case heading to the Competition Appeal Tribunal. Justice & Early Release: Birmingham MP Jess Phillips presses ministers to add exemptions to the early release scheme, warning against releasing child rapists. Scotland Hate Crime: Scotland’s hate-crime charges rose, with race hate crime up 17% and total hate-related charges at a 2003-04 high. Health Campaigning: Coatbridge MP Frank McNally presents a petition for a UK-wide national MND strategy to speed diagnosis, trials and specialist care. Defence Overhaul: Politico reports a Ukraine-inspired UK defence investment shift toward “low-cost” uncrewed systems, with some major naval projects paused.
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