High Street job losses near 22,000 in 2018
Craig TaylorIn the past six months, about 1,200 shops run by major chains have either shut or are at risk. BBC News – Business
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Tata Steel and Thyssenkrupp merger welcomed by unions
The UK’s biggest steelworks at Port Talbot will become part of the newly merged group. BBC News – Business
Tata Steel deal with ThyssenKrupp ‘close to completion’
City sources say the deal, under negotiation for more than a year, could be struck in the next few days. BBC News – Business
CO2 shortage: Britain’s biggest pub chain runs low on beer brands
Wetherspoon and Ei Group are struggling to secure some beer and ciders due to the CO2 gas scarcity. BBC News – Business
Struggling Carpetright slumps to loss
Sales fall at the floor covering retailer, which is closing stores as part of a rescue plan. BBC News – Business
Uber to begin appeal over London licence denial
A court will decide if the taxi app firm is “fit and proper” to hold a licence to operate in the capital. BBC News – Business