News And Announcements
US initial jobless claims drop more than expected
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits dropped more than expected last week, according to data from the Labor Department.
Corbyn urges general election to break Brexit 'deadlock'
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn ramped up calls on Thursday for a general election to "break the deadlock" over Brexit.
Jaguar Land Rover to lay off up to 5,000 workers
Jaguar Land Rover unveiled a cost savings plan on Thursday that will see cuts of up to 5,000 jobs in the UK.
Travel industry warns of flight disruptions from 'no-deal' Brexit
A warning over the lack of provisions to ensure flights between the European Union and Britain continue in a "no-deal" Brexit scenario has been voiced by the head of air transport group the International Air Transport Association.
Worst Christmas in a decade for UK retailers - BRC
Retailers in the UK suffered their worst Christmas in a decade last month amid worries about Brexit and weak consumer confidence, according to data released by the British Retail Consortium and KPMG.