AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoAlcohol & Public Safety: South Africa’s police minister Firoz Cachalia says violent crime is down, but murder still remains “unacceptably high,” with more than 1,500 killings reported at residential properties—pushing renewed calls for tougher action on alcohol-related harm. Retail Restructuring: UK grocer Morrisons plans to shut just over 100 “loss-making” Morrisons Daily convenience stores, blaming rising policy costs and putting hundreds of jobs at risk. Food & Drink Regulation: India’s Supreme Court is weighing a potential nationwide ban on alcohol sold in packaging that resembles fruit juice cartons and sachets, arguing it’s too easy to mistake for non-alcoholic drinks. Packaging & Materials: Iraq’s new government approved sweeping plastic bag restrictions—ending free distribution, banning use in bakeries, and moving toward biodegradable alternatives. Industry Tech: A new survey finds 95% of QA/QC labs use digital tools, but only 1 in 5 are truly fully digital, with regulatory constraints and system integration still blocking automation.
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