Thursday newspaper round-up: Gambling advertising, diesel prices, Revolut founder

A roundup of UK news highlights several policy and market pressures. A cross-party group of peers is urging a ban on nearly all gambling advertising to protect public health, criticizing the government’s response to expanding digital campaigns and social media influencers. In government talks, the UK’s EU reset summit could be delayed again unless the bloc agrees to discuss legislation that could prevent British business from being locked out of parts of EU industry; the “Made in Europe” plan, also called the Industrial Accelerator Act, aims to counter China’s growing footprint and was not on the May 2025 reset plan. Diesel prices are forecast to rise, with analysts warning drivers could pay £2.30 per litre by year-end if the Iran war continues, citing a potential 19% increase. Other items include Paul Nowak joining the Bank of England board for four years and Revolut founder Nik Storonsky denying debt to a yacht broker after disputes over commission related to a €350 million yacht.