AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoOnline Safety Crackdown: Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced a sweeping ban on social media for children under 16, with platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, Facebook, X and YouTube blocked for under-16s, plus extra protections planned for gaming and live-streaming; messaging services like WhatsApp and Signal are expected to be exempt, and the government says it will push legislation through despite tech backlash. Digital Workarounds: After the announcement, searches for VPNs reportedly jumped 165% overnight as families look for ways around age checks. Health Update: The MHRA has approved a lower-dose, needle-free adrenaline nasal spray (EURneffy) for children aged 4+ who weigh 15–30kg, expanding treatment options for anaphylaxis. Crime & Sanctions: The NCA says an Indian man has been arrested over alleged sanctions offences linked to the UK’s interdiction of a Russian “shadow fleet” tanker in the Channel. Business & Courts: Britain’s oldest Indian restaurant, Veeraswamy, is set for a High Court fight after eviction plans from the Crown Estate. Culture & Travel: Black Veil Brides confirm a UK-and-Europe tour for early 2027, while Palma Airport workers strike on June 17, risking longer queues for travellers.
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