Patisserie Valerie saved by cash injection
Craig TaylorEntrepreneur Luke Johnson, who owns 37% of the firm, has provided up to £20m in the form of loans. BBC News – Business
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Coast fashion retailer collapses putting 300 jobs at risk
The women’s fashion retailer enters administration as directors blame difficult trading conditions. BBC News – Business
Hot summer gives boost to UK economy
The UK economy stagnated in August, but grew 0.7% over three months, figures indicate. BBC News – Business
Water meters should be compulsory, say MPs
Politicians say metering will save water but admit it may lead to higher bills for some homes. BBC News – Business
Pret a Manger investigates second death linked to sandwich
Pret blames dairy traces in supposedly vegan yoghurt – but manufacturer Coyo says it isn’t at fault. BBC News – Business
Gambling: ‘A banking app helped me beat my addiction’
As thousands sign up to “gambling blocks” on two apps, one ex-addict talks about how it helped him. BBC News – Business