HS2: UK in talks with China over construction of high-speed line
Craig TaylorChina’s state railway company says it could build the line in just five years, according to reports. BBC News – Business
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Tesco told not to block rival supermarkets
The UK competition authority tells Tesco to stop preventing other supermarkets from leasing nearby sites. BBC News – Business
Barclays: Regulators probe chief executive over Epstein links
The financial watchdog is investigating Jes Staley’s links with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. BBC News – Business
UK trade will thrive despite border checks, says chancellor
Chancellor Sajid Javid says the UK will have a “better future” despite the end of frictionless trade. BBC News – Business
Pitch@Palace removes Prince Andrew’s name from site
The Dragons’ Den-style scheme for entrepreneurs has further distanced itself from its Royal founder. BBC News – Business
Women hold third of board roles at FTSE 100 firms
Boards of big companies have achieved the target almost a year early, say ministers. BBC News – Business