Boss accused of defrauding blind workers’ pensions
Craig TaylorBlind staff at failed 168-year-old business say they are owed pay, redundancy and furlough money. BBC News – Business
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Ukraine brings significant economic uncertainty, Rishi Sunak warns
The UK economy rebounds in January but the chancellor warns of uncertainty due to the invasion of Ukraine. BBC News – Business
Distributors warn fuel price spike will hit food bills
Shops and food distributors say soaring fuel prices will push up food bills. BBC News – Business
McDonald’s to temporarily close its 850 stores in Russia
The fast food chain said it was responding to the “needless human suffering unfolding in Ukraine”. BBC News – Business
Ukraine conflict: Shares slide as oil and gas prices soar
Investors fear global economic shock, with rising petrol and energy bills causing more pain for households. BBC News – Business
Zara, Paypal and Samsung suspend business in Russia over Ukraine invasion
Inditex, which owns Zara and several other major brands, will close all of its 502 stores in Russia. BBC News – Business