Thomas Cook workers in Poole saved from unemployment
Thomas Cook employees at the company’s Poole office have been saved from unemployment by a UK travel agency.
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Strike action ballot by pilots was unlawful, Ryanair claims
Ryanair has argued in court that balloted strike action from some of their pilots was unlawful.
Harland and Wolff workers ‘dig in’ as firm goes into administration
Workers at the Harland and Wolff shipyard are fighting on to save it, even as the historic firm enters administration.
John Flint steps down as HSBC chief executive
HSBC chief executive John Flint has stepped down after the bank said it believed a change was needed “to meet the challenges” it faces.
Housing estate plan threatens community of nuns, campaigners say
The way of life of a community of nuns is under threat from proposals to build a housing estate next to their secluded ancient home, campaigners have claimed.
Diageo staff to be balloted for strike action in pay row
Scottish workers at drinks manufacturer Diageo will be balloted for strike action after talks with their union collapsed.
Customer satisfaction with energy companies falls for second year running
Overall satisfaction with energy suppliers has fallen for the second year running after customers were battered by price rises and nine small firms collapsed, according to a survey.