AGP Executive Report
Last update: 28 minutes agoNational Security: Prime Minister Andy Burnham says there are “strong indications” Iran played a part in a suspected plot near RAF Fairford, where five men were arrested and later released on strict bail, with police still investigating and Iran denying involvement. China Spying Row: MI5 issues a rare public espionage alert naming a Chinese research body (CGTRI) accused of funding UK university work tied to China’s state spy capabilities, warning universities to review ties or face criminal risk. Immigration & Borders: France and the UK move to end the 2025 “one in, one out” migrant returns deal, while a Home Office operation (Operation Comby) makes 49 arrests targeting people-smuggling routes from the Republic into the UK. Brexit/EU Politics: Labour PM Burnham says Britain should consider options including rejoining the EU, with France’s Macron welcoming the idea. Public Life: Dame Esther Rantzen, Childline founder and BAFTA-winning presenter of That’s Life!, dies aged 86. Local Crime: Police seize illicit tobacco after e-scooter and shop raids in Newmarket, arresting two men. Business/Jobs: Greggs announces UK-wide manufacturing cuts that could put jobs at risk.
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