AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHMRC crackdown on high-street tax dodgers: HMRC has “name and shame” 43 London businesses and individuals, including takeaways, convenience stores and vape shops, hit with £4.8m in penalties for dodging tax and failing to fully disclose. Post Office access under threat: Morrisons Daily closures are forcing Post Office branch shut-downs, with a Rochford branch set to close on 1 August and another in Calne due to end on 8 August, leaving residents searching for alternatives. High-street disruption and business anger: Inverness traders and commuters complain about long-running roadworks at Raigmore Interchange, with criticism aimed at delays and “emergency works” that don’t feel urgent. Hospitality staffing squeeze: A Manchester Chinatown restaurant warns visa rule tightening is making it “nigh-on impossible” to recruit skilled chefs, while energy and food costs pile pressure on traditional independents. Local growth and community business wins: York’s Good Business Charter milestone highlights responsible business across the city, while Muddy Stilettos awards celebrate Bath and Worcestershire pub and hospitality standouts. Cyber/AI business tech watch: Apple price rises and new AI agent tools are reshaping small-business tech costs and customer-service expectations.
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