AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoRegional finance push: NatWest has pledged £20bn over 10 years to back growth across Northern England, targeting housing, transport and energy/infrastructure and working with northern combined authorities to mobilise private capital. Water stress in farming: New research says Scotland’s agriculture has more than doubled water abstraction during scarcity, with extreme weather and seasonal shifts driving demand—raising pressure as restrictions were introduced in 2025. Duchy of Cornwall shake-up: Prince William plans to sell 20% of the Duchy to fund public housing and clean energy, aiming to concentrate holdings and boost impact. Rural risk and resilience: Northern Ireland’s agriculture minister warned against “wildfire tourism” as fires threaten lives and livelihoods, while equine flu biosecurity rules have disrupted parts of racing ahead of Royal Ascot. Food & farm innovation: A new pear variety, PIQA Red, is being exported commercially after a breakthrough season, while Lidl is rolling out more local supply in Northern Ireland.
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