AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCricket Reset: England kicked off their “Bazball” rebuild with a 115-run Lord’s win over New Zealand, with Gus Atkinson taking 5-30 and Ollie Robinson named player of the match as the Black Caps were bowled out for 138. World Cup Leadership: Thomas Tuchel confirmed Declan Rice as England’s vice-captain for the tournament, with Harry Kane set to lead and Tuchel saying Rice will deputise. Selection Pressure: Tuchel also warned Jude Bellingham he has a fight on his hands for a starting spot as England’s World Cup roles stay fluid. Scotland Row: Norway boss Ståle Solbakken hit out at Steve Clarke after a planned closed-door friendly was cancelled, calling it “unprofessional”. Safety Alert: Nine people were injured in a shooting near England’s World Cup base camp in Kansas City, with no suspects in custody. Cost of Living & Care: Carers across North Lanarkshire were urged to check new Scottish support payments during Carers Week. Tourism Tax Backlash (Wales): A Welsh caravan park said wardens will not collect a baby visitor levy, switching to an adult-only site from September. Finance: The DWP confirmed some ESA claimants won’t lose payments when legacy benefits end, with safeguards for vulnerable people. Retail: Sephora announced its first Scottish stores will open in Edinburgh (July 9) and Glasgow (Aug 13).
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