AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoUK Business & Live Music: Jeremy Clarkson says there’s “no reason” to set up a business in Andy Burnham’s Britain, arguing recent tax rises and costs have hit pubs and live venues. Global Pop Spotlight: BLACKPINK’s LISA teases her solo era in the trailer for Always Lalisa, as she links up with new producers ahead of her debut album. Local Licensing Clash: Wolverhampton council approves a new Bilston off-licence next to the Robin 2, despite fears it will worsen street drinking and anti-social behaviour. Bowie 80 Celebration: David Bowie’s estate announces a year-long global BOWIE80 programme, including a new symphonic production and a touring V&A archive exhibition. Theatre Etiquette: Gillian Anderson tells front-row fans their repeated seats are “distracting,” sparking debate about audience behaviour. Dance Music Boom: Josh Baker, Kettama and Prospa sell out three straight nights at Finsbury Park. Community & Culture: Northern Ireland’s Good Relations Week returns with hundreds of events across the region, focused on inclusion and shared spaces. Music Industry Tech: Evri agrees to buy US courier Cross Border Connect to expand UK–US e-commerce delivery and returns. Strictly Update: Nadiya Bychkova returns to BBC’s It Takes Two after leaving the main Strictly line-up earlier this year.
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