AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoUK Politics: Voters in Makerfield head to the polls in a historic byelection that could reshape Labour’s leadership path, with Andy Burnham facing Reform UK’s Robert Kenyon and the contest seen as a test of Keir Starmer’s future. Digital Rights & Security: India’s government escalated its fight against Telegram, alleging it has become a “new dark web” used for exam leaks and cybercrime, as courts weigh the temporary ban. Online Safety: The UK also moved toward an under-16 social media restriction, with officials discussing how the policy will work in practice. Public Services & Tech: South Africa’s public service workforce is majority women (63.5%), while critics press for better inclusion for people with disabilities. Health Policy: Delhi’s government is setting up cooling zones for NEET aspirants and parents, while aged-care critics warn an algorithm may be “Robodebt 2.0,” prompting a review. Europe Governance: Slovakia’s government faces a confidence vote after debt breached constitutional limits. Foreign Policy: Pakistan’s president welcomed a US-Iran MoU, praising diplomacy as the route to peace. Infrastructure & Money: Namibia’s Bank Windhoek processed first government grant payments via instant payments, and Canada’s debt interest costs are again under scrutiny.
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