Nissan chairman warns against effects of no-deal Brexit
A no-deal Brexit which led to 10% tariffs on exports would make Nissan’s European business model unsustainable, its chairman has warned.
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Ryanair strikes called off by pilots’ union
A series of strikes planned by Ryanair pilots have been called off.
Deliveroo ad banned over misleading delivery claims
An ad for food service Deliveroo has been banned for misleadingly implying it could deliver anywhere in the UK.
Travel disruption on cards as BA pilots hold first-ever strike
The first-ever strike by British Airways pilots will cripple flights from Monday, causing travel disruption for tens of thousands of passengers.
Bidders for Harland and Wolff shipyard valid and credible, MP says
Two bids to buy Belfast’s struggling shipyard are “valid and credible”, the local MP has said.
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.
Administrators’ visit to Belfast shipyard delayed ‘due to public pressure’
A Belfast shipyard under threat of closure has been given a brief reprieve after a visit by administrators was delayed.
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.
Ford confirms plan to close Bridgend plant with 1,700 job losses
Ford has come under attack from unions after announcing plans to close its engine plant in Bridgend next year, with the loss of 1,700 jobs.