AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEngland Rugby: Fin Smith is fit to start against Australia on Sunday, but Tom Curry is out; his twin Ben steps in, with Exeter’s Greg Fisilau in line for a debut. Welsh Rugby: The RFU is considering a formal request from Wales to join the expanded English Premiership, as Welsh clubs face uncertainty over their future. Interest Rates: The Bank of England raised its base rate to 4% for the first time since 2023 and warned further increases may follow if inflation keeps climbing. England Squad: Jobe Bellingham and Fulham teenager Josh King earned first senior call-ups for Nations League games, while Cole Palmer was left out again. Wales: Ministers plan to ban sales of high-caffeine energy drinks to under-16s, with a consultation on enforcement open until December. Northern Ireland: Parents are being urged to watch for suspicious messages after a breach at the Equipple school app may have exposed contact details and pupil information.
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