AGP Executive Report
Last update: 35 minutes agoCouncil Scrutiny Shake-up: Reform UK has voted to axe three council scrutiny boards at Calderdale, replacing them with a single Overview and Scrutiny Committee—opponents warn it cuts democratic oversight and increases secrecy, while the council leader says the old system was “talking shops” that delivered “for nobody.” Climate Activism vs Oil Expansion: Christian Climate Action staged a “die-in” outside the Treasury urging ministers to reject the Rosebank oilfield expansion, arguing it would lock in massive emissions and undermine the UK’s move away from fossil fuels. Clean Water Push in Scotland: A Scottish Greens MSP calls for a new Clean Water Act to protect rivers, lochs, wetlands and seas, citing pollution pressures and climate-driven strain. Local Circular Win: Cambuslang’s West Coats Primary School scooped Eco-Schools Scotland’s Climate Action Project of the Year for turning pumpkins into food, compost and wildlife-friendly uses instead of landfill. Tech for Everyday Tracking: Roam Smart Tracker launches a subscription-free Bluetooth alternative to AirTag, pairing with Apple Find My and Google Find Hub.
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