Big pay rises could push prices up, says minister
Craig TaylorTreasury minister Simon Clarke warns bosses to be “very careful” in setting wage increases. BBC News – Business
Business
Global stock markets fall as economy fears grow
The Dow Jones share index closed below 30,000 at its lowest level in more than a year. BBC News – Business
Passengers told not to travel by train during rail strikes
Only a fifth of train services are due to run during next week’s strike action. BBC News – Business
Rising prices see regular pay drop at fastest rate in a decade
Pay excluding bonuses is failing to keep up with the rising cost of living, official statistics show. BBC News – Business
UK farmers turn to Nepal and Tajikistan for fruit pickers
No longer able to rely on workers from places like Ukraine, the UK is recruiting from further afield. BBC News – Business
Forecourt fuel thefts rise as petrol prices soar
There has been an increase in motorists driving off without paying or claiming they have no wallet. BBC News – Business