Latest News | Broadband network Virgin Media is to merge with O2 after their owners agreed a joint venture which values the businesses at £18.7bn and £12.7bn respectively, creating a 'game changer with the financial strength to invest in UK digital infrastructure'. Read More… |
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As the economic fall-out from COVID-19 bites, John Swarbrick, head of portfolio at BGF considers what management teams can do to navigate the here and now. Read More… |
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Maidenhead-headquartered technology-based construction and engineering company Costain is to raise £100m in a share placing. Read More… |
The Bounce Back Loans scheme has approved more than 69,000 applications worth about £2bn during its first 24 hours. Read More… |
The British Business Bank has approved nine new lenders for accreditation under the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS). Read More… |
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Revenues have nudged up and operating losses have narrowed at the snack company behind Kettle Chips and Metcalfe's Skinny Popcorn, recently filed accounts have revealed. News of the results comes eight months after Valeo agreed to buy the business for about £66m. Read More… |
Debenams is reportedly set to permanently close another five stores once lockdown is over. Read More… |
Shoosmiths has boosted its national real estate team with the hire of a new partner that will operate out of the firm's Solent office. Read More… |
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The construction industry needs a green light from the government to ensure that sites can be re-opened safely, according to the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Read More… |
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Yogurt brand Müller has reported a surge in sales throughout March and April compared to the first two months of the year. Read More… |
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