AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMedia Accountability: Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy says sexual abuse remains a problem in media and entertainment, after Russell Brand was convicted of rape and sexual assaults. She says women still risk paying a heavy price for speaking out. Online Safety: Ministers are considering extending the under-16 social media ban to Vinted and eBay, citing concerns that messaging tools could expose children to grooming. Remembrance Sunday: Nandy faced criticism for linking the return of the Erasmus+ student exchange scheme to veterans’ legacy; she says closer EU ties involve trade-offs. Community Culture: Newcastle’s Hindu Temple will host its annual Diwali fireworks festival on November 14–15, with organisers inviting people of all faiths. Books and Belonging: Children’s Laureate for Wales Nicola Davies is taking writing workshops and free books to schools, beginning in Rhyl. Heritage at Risk: Six Huntingdonshire churches are on Historic England’s at-risk register, with four lacking an agreed plan to address their condition.
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