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UK's CBI reports new criminal offence to police
Scandal-ridden business lobby group the Confederation of British Industry has admitted handing over details of what it called a serious criminal matter to police.
Questions for Barclays over Staley Epstein links, says ISS
An influential shareholder advisory group has recommended that the board of Barclays be re-elected, but with the caveat that it should face questions about its decision to back former boss Jes Staley despite his links to the dead paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
RMT 'considering' revised offer from rail chiefs
Britain's Rail Maritime and Transport union (RMT) is considering an “updated” offer from train companies in response to months of industrial action over jobs, pay and conditions.
UK house sales back to pre-Covid levels - Rightmove
UK home sales in March have rebounded close to pre-Covid pandemic levels, driven by demand for flats and a recovery from the market slump last September caused by the disastrous mini-budget of former prime minister Liz Truss, according to real estate agent Rightmove.
CBI boss Tony Danker sacked after misconduct claims
Confederation of British Industry chief Tony Danker has been dismissed with immediate effect after allegations about his conduct at the influential lobby group.
UK ministers suspend contact with CBI after sexual misconduct claims
The UK government has suspended meetings with the Confederation of British Industry, after allegations of sexual misconduct by staff at the business lobby group.