AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoUK Heat & Wildfires: Firefighters in the West Midlands are battling major blazes as drought and record temperatures drive “apocalyptic” conditions, with evacuations and homes damaged in Stourbridge and pressure on services across England. Water Stress: The Environment Agency has issued a navigational closure on the River Nene near Peterborough so water can be abstracted to help fight the Holme Fen wildfire, underlining how drought is reshaping river use. Climate Governance Row: The Met Office has removed a wind-and-storms chapter from its 2025 climate report, sparking fresh criticism over transparency and how the UK’s net-zero story is being framed. Nature & Biodiversity (NI): Belfast Harbour CEO Joe O’Neill led a “Seeing is Believing” visit on restoring nature and biodiversity, including Lough Neagh and Craigantlet quarry. EU/Global Finance: The ECB is set to penalise loans to high-emission firms from 2027, while climate-focused funds saw major outflows in 2025. Extreme Weather Abroad: Eastern Japan faced “unprecedented” heavy rain, killing at least four and stranding thousands at Narita. Heat Health & Pets: The RSPCA urged dog owners to treat extreme heat like a “lockdown,” warning of risks during amber heat health alerts.
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