AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoAI & Nature Policy: MPs and scientists met at Westminster for an Imperial-led debate on using AI to speed up biodiversity and climate action, with a push for strong governance and public trust ahead of COP17. NHS Data Contract Row: Andy Burnham is reportedly weighing distancing the NHS from Palantir, potentially ending a £330m contract over concerns tied to government tech and AI strategy. Northern Ireland Justice: NI’s High Court rejected a bid to involve special advocates in the Omagh bombing inquiry, urging the process to move on. Forced Adoptions Apology: Keir Starmer’s formal apology for decades of forced adoptions remains a major Westminster story, with calls for compensation and scrutiny of the state’s role. World Cup Licensing U-turn: After criticism of late decisions, pubs in England can stay open until 5am for the England v Mexico match, with police warning about alcohol-related harm. Devolution & “No10 North”: Reports say Burnham’s Manchester “No10 North” won’t be ready until 2032, while residents raise concerns about traffic and design. Scotland Culture Asset: Creative Scotland plans to sell Glasgow’s Centre for Contemporary Arts building as a “cultural asset” after insolvency and closure. Water & Infrastructure Pressure: Campaigners renewed calls to tackle “zombie” water firms and renew failing infrastructure after flooding and repeated bursts.
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