Train strike hits weekend rail passengers
Craig TaylorBirmingham’s Commonwealth Games and the kick-off to the football season are among the events affected. BBC News – Business
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Thousands of BT staff walk out in strike over pay
The union has warned people working from home. and broadband roll-out could be affected. BBC News – Business
McDonald’s puts up price of cheeseburger for first time in 14 years
The fast food firm increases the price for the first time in 14 years due to growing cost pressures. BBC News – Business
Heathrow hits back at Ryanair in air travel row
The boss of the UK’s largest airport says Ryanair is wrong to blame airports for travel disruption. BBC News – Business
Food banks warn they are struggling to keep up with demand
Research by Radio 4’s Money Box into 203 food banks found many are receiving fewer food donations. BBC News – Business
Rail strikes to go ahead next Wednesday
The RMT union says walkouts across the network will happen after talks failed to find a breakthrough. BBC News – Business