AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoConsent Law Shock: Russell Brand’s trial highlights the UK’s Victorian-era age of consent rules: sex with a 16-year-old is legal, even though possession of indecent images of the same child is a serious crime. Youth Violence Focus (NI): Queen’s University Belfast is launching a new evidence-based centre to tackle youth crime, arguing Northern Ireland spends far more on the fallout than on prevention. Derry Tourism Boom: Derry and Strabane saw overnight trips jump 35% in 2025, driven by pop culture, pride, and events. Cost of Living (Food): “Britain’s cheapest” fish-and-chip deal is rising from £3 to £3.50, with the owner blaming government pressure and higher running costs. Health Breakthrough: A new blood test (Galleri) is reported to detect more early-stage cancers than existing screening combined, while other research points to better imaging for inflammation vs lung fibrosis. Vapes After the Ban: Disposable vape use has fallen sharply, but campaigners warn millions are still being binned and recycling access is unclear. Culture & Community: Redditch is inviting residents to submit stories for “Town of Culture 2028,” and Belfast Charitable Society is marked for its role in bringing piped water and early healthcare and education.
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