In the news today, The Times reports that Sir Philip Green has agreed to pump an extra £25m into his Arcadia retail empire in a bid to rescue it.
The Independent reports on how Brexit is playing a big role in the construction industry’s troubled times, as job numbers continue to fall.
Also in the news:
Sainsbury’s singing boss has a few more notes (The Times)
Kier shares plunge 40% as construction firm issues profit warning (Independent)
Housebuilder growth fails to offset fall in commercial projects (The Times)
Peer-to-peer lenders face stricter controls (The Times)
Retail sales plunge at fastest pace in 24 years, prompting fears of store closures (Independent)
Investor fury at Woodford block on fund (The Times)
Free-trade proposal to save Britain’s ailing high streets (The Times)
